Staff Reliability Engineer

Requirements

Must have:

- 5-10 years of experience in a testing engineering position.

• Minimum of 3 years in test engineering specifically within electrification, encompassing high voltage batteries, drive units, traction motors, or power inverters/converters.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering is essential.
• Background in a testing facility, preferably within the automotive sector.
• Proficient in Ongoing Reliability Testing, Highly Accelerated Stress Screening, and various types of failure mechanisms.
• Familiarity with reliability statistics, including Weibull Analysis.
• Competence in using statistical software for reliability analysis, such as JMP or the ReliaSoft suite.
• Advanced knowledge of the physics of failure.
• Deep understanding and practical application of root cause analysis techniques.
• Skill in establishing reliability requirements and developing test programs.
• Experience in designing custom test fixtures and formulating testing plans.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving initiatives.
• Expertise in facilitating FMEAs and guiding interdisciplinary teams.
• Profound knowledge of reliability concepts and the ability to use data analysis to inform priorities.
• Practical knowledge of failure analysis techniques and equipment, including optical microscopy, SEM, CT, X-Ray, and EDS.
• A commitment to fostering a respectful, enjoyable, inclusive, and motivating team environment.

Responsibilities:

- Investigate and implement testing strategies for vehicles, components, modules, and systems to proactively identify quality and reliability concerns during mass production through various testing methods.

• Create test methodologies and procure necessary equipment for execution.
• Establish procedures for post-test teardown analysis and secure relevant tooling and equipment.
• Compile summary reports to convey test and teardown analysis results effectively.
• Collaborate with quality, manufacturing, systems, design, and process engineering teams to uphold manufacturing quality and reliability, while proposing improvements to processes and designs.
• Evaluate manufacturing alterations and associated risks, formulating appropriate test plans for validation.
• Strategically prioritize issues identified during reliability testing.
• Take ownership of escalation processes and root cause analysis for test failures.
• Support the development of a monitoring system for continuous assessment of test articles and reporting of outcomes.
• Assist in creating reporting systems for test outcomes and ongoing program status updates for management review.
• Maintain a feedback loop with the field reliability team to ensure that field issues are integrated into the manufacturing reliability process.
• Transfer reliability risks from design through DFMEA to process PFMEA and control plans.

Company:

At Rivian, we are dedicated to fostering an adventurous spirit while building emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. We challenge conventional methods and seek innovative solutions as we work to protect the outdoors for future generations. If you are passionate about tackling complex systems and contributing to groundbreaking solutions in our Sustaining Reliability Engineering team, you will have a direct impact on the electric vehicle products our customers rely on daily.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment aimed at nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture. Join us and drive the future of adventure!