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We are seeking a handson Reliability Test Engineer to join our team. In this role you will work with cross functional teams to represent reliability and understand design impact on reliability and viceversa. You will also work in a reliability lab designing and executing tests on electrical and electromechanical products to test for and validate long term durability and performance. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians to help drive key testing analyze data and communicate findings through reports. The ideal candidate has handson testing experience and ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems effectively.
Core functions:
Reliability Test Planning: Assess key component reliability and associated failure modes like mechanical and electrical fatigue. Translate key usecase requirements into accelerated test requirements and viceversa.
Testing & Characterization: 1 Perform reliability testing on PCBAs controllers batteries motors and other electromechanical components. 2 Set up and operate test instrumentation including sensors DAQs power supplies and troubleshooting equipment.
Testing Processes & Automation: 1 Utilize Python scripting and basic programming for test automation data acquisition and analysis. 2 Troubleshoot and maintain lab equipment ensuring accurate and repeatable test setups. 3 Develop and standardize test procedures to ensure consistency and repeatability of reliability tests.
Interpretation & Reporting: 1 Collect analyze and interpret test data to identify trends root causes and potential design improvements 2 Document test procedures results and findings for internal and external reporting.
Additionally the candidate will also be responsible for and involved in:
Implementing Design for Reliability (DFR) methodologies to proactively identify and mitigate potential failure modes. Ensure designs meet industry standards for thermal electrical and mechanical performance.
Use first principles approach to identify risk and its impact. Organize brainstorming sessions with key stakeholders for quick risk discovery. Conduct and participate in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) during the concept & design phase to help identify highest risks to the product.
Developing and procuring new equipment needed to conduct tests.
Designing outdoor test setups for long term reliability monitoring and data collection.
Drive standardization in the reliability lab including calibration safety procedures reference documentation and test templates.
Qualifications:
Bachelors (Electrical Mech or relevant) 57yrs experience. Masters preferred with 2 years experience.
Handson experience with testing designing test rigs experience with accelerated testing is desired.
Proficiency with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes multimeters DAQs and power supplies.
Strong troubleshooting and problemsolving skills in a lab environment.
Familiarity with reliability testing methodologies such as HALT HASS or environmental stress screening.
Knowledge of programming/scripting for test automation data analysis and processing
Ability to analyze test data and communicate effectively.
Experience with data acquisition and automation tools is a plus.
Attention to detail and strong communication skills is necessary.
Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage dental and vision 401(K) participation including company matching company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off generous discretionary company bonuses life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextrackers benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.
Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience skills education and other jobrelated reasons. The annual salary range for this position is 130000.00 to 155000.00.
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Nextracker is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At Nextracker we are leading in the energy transition providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology data monitoring and analysis services.
For us at Nextracker sustainability is not just a word. Its a core part of our business values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People Community Environment Innovation and Integrity. We are creative collaborative and passionate problemsolvers from diverse backgrounds driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.
Nextracker is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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