Failure Analysis & Prevention Engineer

We are seeking a Failure Analysis & Prevention Engineer to join our team in San Jose, CA. As a problem solver, you will be responsible for continuous product improvement, learning, growing, and working in a constantly evolving environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing medium to large sized projects with moderate to high risk
• Solving highly complex problems and identifying viable and innovative options
• Defining and validating project scope, plan, and schedule for complex projects
• Identifying risks to project success and creating mitigation plans
• Managing project delivery process, scope, and costs of complex projects with minimal supervision
• Establishing partnerships with stakeholders to build support and ensure alignment for project outcomes
• Driving change by identifying impacts of the project and building awareness and support for change within the organization
• Evaluating project results against success metrics and developing or reengineering processes and resources to improve productivity and end product

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years of related project/program management experience
• Previous experience leading and managing cross-functional teams and external vendors
• Experience managing various stakeholders' expectations, including communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to define program scores, manage budgets, and allocate resources efficiently across multiple projects
• Provide training and lead by example to new team members

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree with 7 years of related experience
• Industry experience with Semiconductor or Manufacturing industry
• Excellent communication, organization, presentation, and analytical skills
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a challenging environment
• Ability to communicate in one of the following languages: Chinese, Spanish, or Vietnamese

At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era. We offer a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, and more. The starting salary range for this position is $148,500.00 to $193,300.00.