Senior Failure Analysis Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)

TL;DR

Senior Failure Analysis Electrical Engineer (Power Systems): Conducting system-level failure investigations on deployed power systems for communications and data center markets with an accent on root cause analysis and product reliability. Focus on reproducing failure mechanisms, analyzing failed hardware, and implementing corrective actions to improve field performance.

Location: Lorain, OH, United States. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.

Company

hirify.global provides hardware, software, analytics, and services to enable critical applications in data centers, communication networks, and industrial facilities.

What you will do

• Conduct system-level failure investigations involving power systems, controls, firmware, and electrical hardware.
• Perform root cause analysis using engineering tests, data review, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Support field investigations through site visits, data collection, and analysis of failed hardware.
• Develop and execute test plans to reproduce field conditions and validate failure mechanisms.
• Collaborate with suppliers, laboratories, and internal teams to evaluate failed components.
• Identify recurring failure trends and recommend improvements to product reliability and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in power systems, power electronics, telecommunications power, or data center infrastructure.
• Proven experience performing root cause analysis and troubleshooting complex electrical systems.
• Proficiency in laboratory testing and engineering investigation methods.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US; candidates with temporary visas (e.g., E, F-1, H-1, L, B, J, TN) are not eligible.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as required.

Nice to have

• Deep understanding of power conversion systems, rectifiers, converters, and controls.
• Experience with reliability engineering and supplier quality investigations.
• Familiarity with controller-based power systems, firmware interactions, and system diagnostics.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to core principles: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, and Inclusion.
• Work environment spanning offices, laboratories, and manufacturing sites.
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel.
• Strategic focus on high-performance culture, innovation, and operational excellence.