Sensor Reliability Failure Analysis Engineer

Job Title: Senior Sensor Failure Analysis Engineer

Location: Hesston, Kansas
Experience: 10+ Years

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Sensor Failure Analysis Engineer with strong expertise in automotive sensor technologies, failure investigation, and root cause analysis. The candidate will be responsible for investigating field failures, identifying root causes, and driving corrective actions to improve sensor reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate failed automotive sensors received from dealers and warranty centers.

• Perform root cause analysis using X-ray, CT scans, SEM/EDX, and electrical testing.

• Analyze Hall-effect, inductive, pressure, and temperature sensors.

• Lead 8D, DMAIC, and corrective action activities.

• Investigate warranty claims and reduce No Fault Found (NFF) cases.

• Develop sensor manufacturing, installation, and integration guidelines.

• Work with manufacturing, quality, engineering teams, and suppliers.

• Prepare technical reports and maintain failure analysis records.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in automotive sensor failure analysis.

• Knowledge of Hall-effect, inductive, pressure, and temperature sensors.

• Hands-on experience with Root Cause Analysis, 8D, and DMAIC.

• Knowledge of X-ray, CT scan, SEM/EDX, and electrical testing.

• Understanding of CAN, SENT, PWM, and ECU diagnostics.

• Experience with automotive electronics, sensor validation, and reliability engineering.

• Strong technical reporting and problem-solving skills.

Education:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, or Materials Engineering.

Additional Requirements:

• 10+ years of relevant experience in automotive, agricultural, construction, or off-highway vehicle industries.

• Ability to travel to multiple manufacturing plants.

• Ability to work independently and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

• Portuguese language skills are an added advantage.