Senior Reliability and Test Engineer
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Job Location:
Boulder, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 100000 - 140000
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who we are:
Were transforming one of the worlds oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the best Inventions of 2024 and Fast Company as one of 2024s Next Big Things in Tech Electra is scaling rapidly and were looking for bold driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If youre ready to make a real impact in a company thats redefining heavy industry for a cleaner smarter world we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
Electra isseekinga highly skilled and experienced Senior Reliability and TestEngineertoleadreliability testing failure analysis and performance validation of advanced materials and systems. This role is critical to ensuring product durability safety and performance across development and production environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep technicalexpertisein reliability engineering hands-on testing experience and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities include:
- Design and execute reliability test plans for materials components and systems under various environmental and operational conditions
- Develop and implement accelerated life testing protocols and failure mode analysis (FMEA)
- Analyze test data toidentifytrends failure mechanisms and improvement opportunities
- Collaborate with R&D process engineering and quality teams to integrate reliability insights into product development
- Maintain and calibrate test equipment and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Document test procedures results and recommendations in technical reports
- Support root cause investigations and corrective action planning for reliability-related issues
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and reliability program development
- Present findings to internal stakeholders and support customer-facing technical discussions
What we need you to bring to the team:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Materials Science Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 8 years of experience in reliability engineering testing product validation or materials characterization within industrial or manufacturing environment
- Deep understanding of reliability principles failure mechanisms and statistical analysis methodologies
- High proficiency in test design data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g. Minitab JMP LabVIEW) with experience applying environmental testing standards (ASTM IEC MIL-STD)
- Proven ability to independently lead complex ambiguous projects exercising sound judgment in selecting and adapting advanced methods to meet technical and business objectives
- Provides technical and functional leadership through mentorship and cross-functional collaboration guiding teams on complex quality reliability and supplier-related challenges
- Experience managing laboratory operations including ISO 17025 compliance supporting both R&D and production needs
- Strong communicator who bridges R&D and manufacturing by translating design intent into scalable compliant manufacturing and supplier quality processes
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $100000-$140000 and may be more or less depending upon skills experience and education.
Benefits For You:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision telemedicine short-term disability long-term disability and basic life insurance plans
- Reasonable use PTO
- $1800 in annual employer HSA contributions(health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision and telemedicine plans
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future:
- 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
- Eligibility for incentive stock options
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process reach out to us atWerehere to help.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Kubernetes
- FMEA
- Continuous Improvement
- Elasticsearch
- Go
- Root cause Analysis
- Maximo
- CMMS
- Maintenance
- Mechanical Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Electra has been partnered with renowned lighting, ventilation, wiring accessories, and electrical system manufacturers since 1965. Our manufacturers and suppliers are known for their quality, creativity, and technical excellence. We have a track record of advising, supplying, and ser ... View more
