Reliability Engineer, Energy Storage
Core
Define system reliability requirements, generate damage models, and characterize reliability of new energy storage hardware products.
Role type
Reliability Engineer (Hardware)
Builds
Low-cost, large-scale energy storage systems and battery materials
Domain
Energy storage / Battery supply chain / Hardware engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Hardware reliability engineering, statistical analysis (Weibull, log-normal), failure analysis (FA), design-for-reliability (DfR), root cause analysis, accelerated life test modeling, FMEA/DFMEA, reliability prediction methods, lab equipment operation
Preferred skills
Knowledge of electronic and mechanical failure mechanisms, warranty analysis, continuous improvement in reliability processes
Technologies
Minitab, JMP, Python, X-ray, SEM/EDX, cross-sectioning
Responsibilities
Define and own reliability strategy for hardware products with complex PCBAs and electromechanical systems; Plan and execute reliability tests (HALT, thermal cycling, vibration, drop, humidity, IP, power cycling); Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define DfR requirements and drive root cause analysis; Track reliability KPIs and deliver insights to guide design improvements; Develop accelerated life test models and support FMEA/DFMEA processes; Analyze reliability data to predict field performance; Support failure analysis efforts using tools like X-ray, cross-sectioning, and SEM/EDX; Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across reliability processes and lab capabilities.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC