Reliability Engineer

Intellectt Inc; Milpitas (CA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Intellectt Inc. is seeking a Reliability Engineer for a 12-month on-site contract in Milpitas, CA. The role focuses on electronics manufacturing, PCBA, hardware validation, and product qualification with root cause investigation.

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience, strong knowledge of SMT/through-hole assembly, RCFA methods, and the ability to collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Experience in PCBA design and reliability engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electronics components, PCB construction and layout, and testing.

Responsabilidades

• Perform reliability engineering activities for electronic products, PCBA, and electromechanical components.
• Develop and execute environmental, thermal, mechanical, and accelerated reliability testing.
• Investigate PCBA failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Apply FMEA, RCA, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Evaluate components, PCB layouts, solder joints, connectors, and packaging.
• Support product qualification, hardware validation, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Analyze reliability data and interpret statistical results to identify trends and failure mechanisms.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, and test reports.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, test procedures, investigation reports, and controlled records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, quality, and testing.
• Manage multiple investigations and qualification activities while maintaining priorities and documentation accuracy.

Conocimientos

Reliability engineering

PCBA

Hardware validation

FMEA

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical analysis

Schematic reading

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Experience: Relevant experience in electronics manufacturing, PCBA, reliability engineering, or hardware validation

Duration: 12 Months

Employment Type: Contract

Work Authorization: Candidates must be willing to work onsite in Milpitas, CA.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Reliability Engineer with hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), hardware validation, product qualification, and failure analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electronic components, PCB construction, assembly processes, reliability testing, and root cause investigation.

The candidate will be responsible for evaluating product reliability, investigating hardware failures, executing reliability tests, and implementing corrective actions to improve product quality and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform reliability engineering activities for electronic products, PCB assemblies, and electromechanical components.
• Develop and execute environmental, thermal, mechanical, and accelerated reliability testing.
• Investigate PCBA failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Apply Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Evaluate electronic components, PCB layouts, solder joints, connectors, component packaging, and electromechanical interfaces.
• Support product qualification, hardware validation, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Analyze reliability data and interpret statistical results to identify trends and potential failure mechanisms.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), specifications, and test reports.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, test procedures, investigation reports, and controlled records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineering, manufacturing, quality, and testing teams.
• Manage multiple investigations and qualification activities while maintaining priorities and documentation accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related technical field. A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• Relevant experience in PCBA design, electronics manufacturing, reliability engineering, hardware validation, product qualification, or failure analysis.
• Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB construction and layout, solder joints, connectors, component packaging, and electromechanical interfaces.
• Working knowledge of Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and through-hole assembly processes.
• Hands-on experience with environmental, thermal, mechanical, and accelerated reliability testing.
• Practical experience investigating PCBA failures and conducting root cause analysis.
• Experience with FMEA, corrective actions, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, and test reports.
• Knowledge of reliability data analysis, statistical interpretation, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Strong technical writing, presentation, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Milpitas, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of IPC standards and electronics manufacturing quality requirements.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification.
• Experience with electronic product lifecycle testing, reliability prediction, or accelerated life testing methods.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement and product reliability enhancement initiatives.

Eligible employees may have access to benefits offered by Intellectt Inc. in accordance with the applicable benefit plans and eligibility requirements.

Intellectt Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.