Role overview

Halter is transforming livestock farming through innovative technology that enables farmers and graziers to manage their operations more productively and sustainably. As a Junior Failure Analysis Engineer, you will join the hardware team in Auckland to investigate and diagnose failed products, uncovering root causes to drive continuous improvement. Halter collars and tower components are complex electromechanical devices designed to operate reliably for 6–10 years across diverse global environments, making your work critical to maintaining customer trust and product performance.

Key responsibilities

Debug and diagnose failed hardware including collars and tower components to understand root causes through both field investigations and laboratory testing.
Contribute hands-on technical effort to high-impact failure modes, working directly with the physical products and systems.
Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, production, supplier quality, and networking teams to investigate failures and identify solutions.
Help develop and refine failure analysis processes and methodologies to improve accuracy and reduce no-fault-found cases.
Communicate technical findings clearly to other teams, bridging the feedback loop between laboratory performance and field performance.
Apply a first-principles approach to problem-solving, gathering clear evidence to support root-cause conclusions.

Requirements

Electronics engineering experience with hands-on hardware debugging skills.
Experience diagnosing field failures and understanding how in-field events relate to product performance issues.
Excellent communication abilities to explain technical findings to colleagues across different disciplines.
Deep curiosity and a methodical, first-principles mindset for finding root causes supported by evidence.
Strong sense of ownership, bias for action, and willingness to contribute beyond your immediate scope when needed.
Collaborative approach with low ego and a commitment to working as part of a high-performing team.

What makes this role worth considering

You will be part of a team tackling genuinely meaningful challenges in an industry transformation, working alongside diverse, driven people who are reshaping how the world farms. Halter invests in your growth through autonomy, mastery, and a personal development fund, while the fast-paced environment offers continuous learning opportunities. Your work directly impacts farmers across the globe, contributing to more sustainable operations and improved livelihoods.