Role overview

Halter is transforming global agriculture through innovative grazing technology that eliminates the need for traditional fencing and herding methods. As a Senior Failure Analysis Engineer, you will investigate and resolve hardware failures in Halter’s electromechanical collars and tower systems, which are designed to operate reliably for 6-10 years in field conditions worldwide without servicing or repair.

Key responsibilities

Personally lead investigations into high-impact and complex failure modes, working hands-on with failed hardware from both field deployments and laboratory testing.
Debug and diagnose failures in collars and tower components to identify root causes through methodical analysis of electromechanical systems.
Develop and refine failure analysis processes to improve accuracy and reduce instances where no fault is found.
Mentor junior engineers in failure analysis techniques and build their technical knowledge and problem-solving approaches over time.
Collaborate across hardware, firmware, production, supplier quality and networking teams to investigate failures and communicate findings.
Support the recruitment and hiring process to build a team rooted in technical capability, process discipline and analytical curiosity.

Requirements

Deep experience in electronics engineering with proven hands-on capability in debugging complex hardware systems.
Demonstrated experience diagnosing field failures and understanding how in-field conditions and events relate to product failures.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into clear, actionable feedback for cross-functional teams.
Natural mentoring ability and inclination to share knowledge and educate others.
Methodical, principled approach to root cause analysis supported by clear evidence and first-principles thinking.
Strong ownership mentality, bias for action, and willingness to engage with wider challenges beyond your immediate scope.
Collaborative mindset with low ego and genuine interest in team success.

What makes this role worth considering

You will work on products that directly impact farmers and graziers worldwide, enabling more sustainable and productive operations. The role combines hands-on technical problem-solving with leadership opportunities, allowing you to mentor others while driving continuous improvement in product reliability. Your work closes the critical feedback loop between field performance and engineering teams, ensuring that every failure contributes to tangible product enhancements that benefit users globally.