Hardware FA Engineer

Sector: Technology and IT

Location: San Jose, CAContract: Contract

Posted: 2026-10-13

Deadline: 0001-01-01 Our client is seeking a Hardware FA Engineer to join their team. As a Hardware FA Engineer, you will be part of the hardware engineering organization supporting failure analysis and hardware platform quality for networking products. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in hardware board circuit and system design, the ability to troubleshoot complex issues with precision, and the drive to deliver clear, actionable findings that improve reliability.

Job Title: Hardware FA Engineer.

Location: 100% onsite at San Jose, CA

Pay Range: 55-60 W2What's the Job? Perform hardware failure analysis on board-level and system-level designs to identify root causes and contributing factors. Design, execute, and document troubleshooting plans using electrical diagnostics and measurement equipment. Analyze high-speed signal behavior for SerDes/serial transmission technologies and support validation of signal integrity. Use lab instruments and test setups (including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, logic analyzers, and network traffic generators such as Ixia and Spirent) to reproduce and isolate failures. Collaborate with engineering stakeholders to communicate findings, recommend corrective actions, and support hardware improvements. What's Needed? Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related degree. 6+ years of experience in hardware board circuit and system design, troubleshooting, or failure analysis. Experience designing for high-speed signals using SerDes/serial transmission technologies. Experience with electrical diagnostics and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, logic analyzers, and network traffic generators such as Ixia and Spirent. Familiarity with control interfaces such as PCIe, MDIO, SPI, and I2C.What's in it for me? Work on mission-critical hardware platforms that support switching, routing, and wireless networking products. Contribute to reliability improvements through rigorous failure analysis and root-cause determination. Build and apply advanced diagnostic skills using industry-standard lab tools and test systems. Collaborate with a hardware engineering team focused on silicon, optics, and hardware platform delivery. Engage in a structured interview process with two rounds of interviews. Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for: Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Dental Plan Vision Plan Health Savings Account Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Business Travel Insurance 401(k), Plus Match Weekly PayIf this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells. ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.