Mechanical Reliability Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA in Las Vegas is seeking a Mechanical Reliability Engineer focused on Root Cause Analysis to ensure uptime of our public vehicles. You'll lead RCA investigations, mentor technicians, and collaborate with design teams to drive durable engineering improvements.

Requirements include 5+ years in automotive/robotics/aerospace, a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field, wiring schematics proficiency, and hands-on bench tool experience with CAN networks, multimeters,

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in automotive/robotics/aerospace or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related technical field.
• Wire Harness Expertise: understands standard repair processes and can actively demonstrate and coach technicians
• RCA Proficiency: formal RCA methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa)
• Hands‑On Aptitude: read wiring schematics and use bench tools on vehicles
• Communication: strong interpersonal skills with technicians and engineers

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional RCA investigations for electrical failures and present findings to hardware, firmware, and software engineering teams.
• Collaborate with service technicians on the shop floor to guide complex repairs and component replacements.
• Translate engineering concepts into practical guidance and provide CAN tool training to technicians.
• Maintain detailed failure analysis documentation and track effectiveness of solutions over time

Skills

Hands-On Aptitude

Communication

RCA Proficiency

Wiring Schematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

CAN tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life‑saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Location: Las Vegas, NV

As an Mechanical Reliability Engineer, focused on Root Cause Analysis, you will be the critical link between our design engineering teams and the fleet operations technicians. Your primary mission is to ensure the reliability and uptime of our public vehicles by driving hands‑on repairs, contributing to complex electrical troubleshooting, and executing formal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to prevent recurring issues mechanical issues.
You will collaborate daily with technicians on the shop floor and translate diagnostic findings into actionable engineering improvements.

Responsibilities

• Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Action
  • Lead cross-functional RCA investigations for systemic or high‑severity electrical failures using industry‑standard methodologies
  • Implement temporary containment actions (workarounds/immediate repairs) while simultaneously driving long‑term, permanent corrective actions.
  • Present RCA findings to hardware, firmware, and software engineering teams to influence future design iterations and improve vehicle reliability
  • Maintain detailed failure analysis documentation and track the effectiveness of implemented solutions over time
• Technician Collaboration & Mentorship
  • Work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with service technicians on the floor to guide complex repairs and component replacements
  • Translate complex engineering concepts into accessible, practical guidance for the technician team.
  • Actively listen to technician feedback regarding serviceability and diagnostic pain points, advocating for improvements in diagnostic software and vehicle design
  • Provide training to technicians on the use of CAN tools, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and proper electrical safety protocols

Qualifications

• Experience level: 5+ years' experience in automotive/robotics/aerospace or similar
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related technical field.
• Wire Harness Expertise: Understands standard repair processes and can actively demonstrate and coach technicians
• RCA Proficiency: Deep understanding and practical application of formal Root Cause Analysis methodologies (i.e. Shainin, 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa diagrams, Fault Tree Analysis)
• Hands‑On Aptitude: Strong ability to read complex wiring schematics and use traditional bench tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers). You must be comfortable turning wrenches and working directly on vehicles
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of building trust and working seamlessly with both blue‑collar technicians and white‑collar design engineers

Bonus Qualifications

• Harness Manufacturing: Experience with hands on build of electrical wire harnesses
• Functional Safety: Familiarity with strict automotive safety standards like ISO 26262
• Rapid Response Leadership: Experience leading fast‑paced teams to solve critical, high‑pressure problems
• CAN Network Understanding: Proven, hands‑on experience using industry‑standard CAN network analysis tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, PCAN) to monitor traffic, inject signals, and diagnose network health

Salary Range

• $110,000-120,000
• The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job‑related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug‑free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment drug screening as a condition of hire.