Sr. Reliability Engineer

Kaygen, Inc.; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free healthcare insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Free life insurance

Sick time off

Job summary

KAYGEN is seeking a Reliability Engineer to support imaging platform projects in a fast-paced R&D environment. You will manage reliability programs, design and execute tests, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product robustness throughout development.

This role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, 5+ years in reliability, proficiency with DFMEA/life data analysis, and willingness to work in a BSL2 lab. Onsite 5 days a week; competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline required.
• 5+ years reliability engineering experience or data analysis experience; advanced degree may substitute.
• Knowledge of reliability fundamentals and life data modeling.
• Applies technical standards and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work in BSL2 lab
• Willingness to prepare blood samples for testing (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor multiple reliability projects.
• Provide reliability risk assessments to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Create and implement test plans to mitigate design risks.
• Facilitate FMEA discussions to evaluate technical risk.
• Use internal and external resources to complete test plans.
• Record and manage large amounts of test data.
• Analyze test data and inform reliability decisions.
• Troubleshoot failures and reliability issues.
• Execute root cause investigations and document findings.
• Guide corrective actions and validation.
• Escalate top issues with clear updates.
• Provide engineering input to ensure robust designs.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Statistical analysis

FMEA

Test planning

Data analysis

LabView

MATLAB

Minitab

JMP

Arduino

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Advanced engineering degree (substitution)

Tools

LabView

MATLAB

Minitab

JMP

R

Arduino

Job description

KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.

Candiate will support 3 projects working on th Imaging Platform, A7,Sustaining . Temp to perm possiblity.
30% lab work-launch new products final liability testing needs to be done
40% Field support- products in the filed that have failed - review with engineers provide solutions
30% sustaining- conducting cost reduction activities
Onsite 5 days a week
Bill rate range ***-***

Play a critical role in the development of new life science technology as a reliability engineer in the R&D group. Provide hands-on, analytical, and reliability expertise to support engineering programs associated with the development of complex instruments. Work in a team environment to assess and improve product reliability throughout the design process. Manage reliability projects by implementing tests, analyzing data, assessing reliability risks, and reporting accurate information to stakeholders.

Primary duties include the following:

• Lead and monitor multiple reliability projects.
• Provide reliability risk assessments to cross-functional teams and executive leadership.
• Create and implement test plans to effectively mitigate risks in new product designs.
• Facilitate and direct multidisciplinary discussions to evaluate technical risk through FMEA.
• Leverage internal and external resources to complete reliability test plans.
• Record, organize, and manage large amounts of detailed test data.
• Methodically analyze test data and interpret results for critical reliability decision-making.
• Troubleshoot instrument failures and/or reliability issues as necessary.
• Direct, execute, and document root cause investigations.
• Guide the team to corrective action identification, implementation, and validation.
• Escalate top issues by providing clear, well-structured, high-level updates.
• Provide engineering input for new designs to ensure reliable and robust products.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline required.
• Minimum of 5 years of reliability engineering experience or experience performing tests to collect experimental data and performing statistical analyses to interpret results. (2 years may be substituted with advanced degree in engineering or related discipline)
• Knowledge of reliability fundamentals and understanding of reliability analysis (i.e., life predictions, product life modeling, root cause analysis, environmental testing, accelerated testing, etc.)
• Applies technical standards, principles, concepts, and techniques to solve problems.
• Willingness to work in BSL2 lab
• Willingness to prepare blood samples for testing (training will be provided).

In addition to the above minimum qualifications, the following are considered highly desirable:

• Knowledge of fluidic, optical, and/or electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience with test automation (LabView, Arduino, etc.).
• Experience utilizing FMEA to guide team discussions and priorities.
• Statistical knowledge, especially related to six sigma tools and methodology, design of experiments, and reliability modelling.
• Experience managing large sets of data using data processing tools such as Minitab, MATLAB, JMP, or R.

*** is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status.

Shift: ['Basic statistical analysis skills for interpreting test data.', 'Reliability Analysis', 'Reliability Engineering']

Start: ['Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA)', 'Electronics Hardware Design', 'Fluidics', 'Optics', 'Test Automation']

At KAYGEN, people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and employee-driven culture where every individual is valued, empowered, and encouraged to bring their authentic self to work. Our candidate-first approach means we are committed to understanding your career goals and connecting you with opportunities that align with your aspirations, skills, and potential. Whether you're taking the next step in your career or searching for your dream opportunity, KAYGEN is more than a staffing partner—we're a community dedicated to helping you grow, succeed, and thrive. Join us and discover a place where your talent is recognized, your ambitions are supported, and your future is built alongside a team that invests in your success every step of the way.

Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information, please visit us at www.kaygen.com.

Benefits:

• Free Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Free Life Insurance
• Sick Time Off

A unique and exclusive talent community supported by KAYGEN, that includes programs like:

• Mentorship Program
• Certifications

• Referrals
• Family and Wellness benefits
• Continuous Growth and Career Development