Reliability Engineer (All Levels)
$120,000–$250,000 year
On-site · San Jose, California, United States
Job Summary
Hardware Reliability Engineer for humanoid robotics responsible for defining hardware reliability specs and validation methods, leading DFMEA with design engineers, and developing accelerated life tests across materials, modules, and systems (e.g., structural parts, joints, softgoods, robot head/torso, charger, EMC). Develop custom test fixtures and work with test engineers; own reliability test planning and supplier coordination; support failure analysis from tests, fleet operations, and field use; conduct physics-based and statistical analysis to provide actionable recommendations. Proficiency with Weibull++, JMP, data analysis; experience with hardware assembly, instrumentation, and cross-functional collaboration. Bonus skills include CATIA, Altium, experience with motors/gearboxes/actuators, reliability modeling, and coding (Python, MATLAB, C). The role is based in San Jose, CA and requires in-office collaboration five days/week. The US base salary range is $120,000–$250,000 annually.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of work experience in reliability engineering
- Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, electrical, materials engineering or related field
- Strong knowledge of hardware failure modes and failure physics
- Strong knowledge in developing accelerated life test specs and methods, such as high temperature high humidity, thermal cycle, vibration, and load/use cycle tests
- Familiarity with Weibull++, JMP, or related data analysis software
- Experience in hardware assembly and instrumentation setup
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