Reliability Design Engineer

Teradyne; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne is seeking an experienced Reliability Design Engineer to join our team in North Reading, Massachusetts.

In this role, you will apply reliability engineering methods throughout product development and production ramp-up, focusing on robotics and automation systems and performing life testing for durability, repeatability, and identifying design changes that improve service life of electromechanical mechanisms exposed to repetitive motion and other operating stresses.

Qualifications

• Develop and execute accelerated life-test plans for robotics and automation systems.
• Analyze test and field data to identify reliability risks and failure mechanisms.
• HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Testing).
• Lead or contribute to DFMEA and design-for-reliability activities.
• Build reliability models and recommend improvements for life and availability.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, systems, quality and manufacturing teams.
• Proficient in statistical/reliability tools (Weibull++, BlockSim, Alta, Sherlock).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High energy with presentation and training abilities.
• Willing to travel ~10%.

Skills

Reliability engineering

HALT

DFMEA

Design for Reliability

Reliability modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Weibull++

BlockSim

Alta

Ansys Sherlock

Verbal and written communication

Presentation skills

Travel 10%

Education

BSEE/BSME or equivalent

Advanced degree in reliability/mechatronics/ME/industrial

Tools

Weibull++

BlockSim

Alta

Ansys Sherlock

Job description

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Reliability Design Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Date: Oct 6, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, US

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE is where experience meets innovation, driving excellence in everything we do. We are fueled by creativity, diverse perspectives, and a workforce supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects each employee’s strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make us a better team—one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers stronger business results.

Opportunity Overview

Teradyne is seeking an experienced Reliability Design Engineer to join our team in North Reading, Massachusetts. In this role, you will apply reliability engineering methods throughout product development and production ramp-up. The position focuses on robotics and automation systems, with particular emphasis on performing life testing for durability, repeatability, and identifying design changes that improve service life of electromechanical mechanisms exposed to repetitive motion and other operating stresses. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design automation solutions that improve system availability and product reliability. Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation solutions worldwide, helping customers solve complex test and automation challenges, increase production, improve quality, and achieve stronger returns on investment.

All About You

Hold a BSEE, BSME, or equivalent degree and reliability engineering experience with electrical and electromechanical assemblies. An advanced degree in reliability engineering, mechatronics, mechanical, or industrial engineering is preferred. If this describes you, review the skills for the position:

• Develop and execute accelerated life-test plans for robotics and automation systems.


• Analyze test and field data to identify reliability risks and failure mechanisms.


• Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT)


• Lead or contribute to DFMEA and Design for Reliability activities.


• Build reliability models and make recommendations that improve product life and system availability.


• Partner with mechanical, electrical, systems, quality, and manufacturing engineering teams


• Proficiency with statistical and reliability software tools (e.g., Weibull++, BlockSim, Alta preferred, Ansys Sherlock).


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• High energy with strong presentation and training skills


• Ability to travel approximately 10%

Teradyne is a major supplier of automation equipment for test and industrial applications. Teradyne Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) is used to test semiconductors, wireless products, data storage and complex electronic systems, which serve consumer, communications, industrial and government customers. Our Industrial Automation products include collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots and sensing and simulation software, used by global manufacturing and industrial customers to improve quality and increase manufacturing efficiency.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $141,400 - $226,200. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan

This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.

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