Failure Analysis Engineer

ChargePoint•Campbell, CA

1d•$83,000 - $112,000•Onsite

About The Position

ChargePoint is looking for a Failure Analysis Engineer with an interest in hands-on failure analysis lab of electronics and PCBA including AC/DC converters, DC/DC converters, electrical components, and modules. In this role, you will lead failure analysis investigations, interpret findings from electrical and physical testing, and communicate root cause conclusions to cross-functional teams. You will own investigations end-to-end—from initial fault isolation through final corrective action—ensuring exceptional quality at every stage of ChargePoint’s electric vehicle charging products. To be successful at ChargePoint this person must be highly motivated, self-directed, and comfortable working in a loosely structured and fast-paced environment. Training and mentorship will be provided for candidates who bring strong analytical foundations and a willingness to learn hands-on electrical and physical analysis techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechatronics, or a related technical field with 0–2 years of experience (new graduates welcome). Relevant coursework, capstone projects, and internships count toward experience.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and component data sheets
Familiarity with electrical systems and components (PCBA, MOSFETs, IGBTs, Capacitors, Relays, Cable Harness, etc.) including their failure modes/mechanisms
Familiarity with or exposure to electrical test equipment such as Digital Multi-meter (DMM), Oscilloscopes, Power Supplies, Electronic Loads, etc.
Familiarity with physical failure analysis techniques such as optical microscopy and 2D / 3D X-ray
Experience applying problem solving tools including Root Cause Analysis
Ability to work independently as a self-starter; comfortable driving investigations with limited guidance and adapting approach as new data emerges
Interest in electronics industry such as automotive, consumer electronics, solar, electric vehicle, AI data centre, or battery
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time

Responsibilities

Lead system- and component-level failure analysis for customer field returns, new product introductions, and factory yield excursions; identify patterns across multiple failure events to surface systemic issues
Performs laboratory hands-on electrical and physical failure analysis for fault isolation on electronic products (EVSE, AC/DC converters, DC/DC converters, PCBA, and cable harness); interprets test data and documents findings in formal failure analysis reports
Defines and executes test plans for functional electrical testing, circuit analysis, fault isolation, probing, and failure duplication; communicates root cause conclusions to engineering and cross-functional stakeholders
Collaborates with engineering and operations teams to identify the root cause for issues related to field, manufacturing, supplier quality, and product design
Drives corrective and preventive action (CAPA) closure; maintains KPIs and databases; engages directly with suppliers or contract manufacturers on quality escapes as needed
Drives ambiguous problems to resolution independently, translating incomplete or conflicting data into clear findings and actionable next steps.