HW Reliability & Materials Validation Engineer / Technician

HW Reliability & Materials Validation Engineer / Technician We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Hardware Reliability & Materials Lab Engineer / Technician to support our hardware engineering organization. In this position, you will execute a broad range of environmental, thermal, mechanical, and chemical validation activities on advanced hardware components and assemblies. In addition to testing responsibilities, you will play a key role in laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, vendor coordination, procurement tracking, and adherence to laboratory safety practices. Scope Hardware & Materials Testing Plan, prepare, and conduct environmental, thermal, mechanical, and chemical reliability evaluations (including accelerated weathering, corrosion exposure, temperature/humidity cycling, vibration and shock testing, and tensile/compression testing) on materials, coatings, adhesives, and electromechanical assemblies. Surface & Optical Analysis Perform detailed physical and surface characterization activities, including contact angle measurements, roll‑off angle evaluations, adhesion and peel testing, and coating performance assessments to verify compliance with engineering requirements. Laboratory Operations & Management Support day‑to‑day laboratory operations by maintaining equipment calibration schedules, coordinating facility and equipment upgrades, managing laboratory purchases and purchase orders, and tracking reliability testing activities and metrics. Failure Analysis & Defect Tracking Conduct root‑cause investigations on failed or degraded components following testing, document observations, and findings, generate issue reports, and work with cross‑functional teams to drive issue resolution. Test Development & Process Improvement Create, enhance, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to the development of custom fixtures and test methods that improve laboratory efficiency and hardware validation capabilities. Day‑to‑Day Activities Test Setup & Execution Prepare test articles, configure multi‑stage test profiles using environmental chambers and mechanical test equipment, monitor active testing, and perform periodic inspections throughout testing. Data Analysis & Reporting Collect, process, and summarize test data; prepare status updates and reports; maintain testing metrics; and communicate findings during team reviews and operational meetings. Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting Perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and fixtures, troubleshoot instrumentation issues, and coordinate with external vendors and facility teams for repairs and service support. Cross‑Functional Coordination Work closely with mechanical design, materials, and component engineering teams to coordinate sample deliveries, prioritize testing activities, and support design verification schedules. Laboratory Safety & Organization Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, participate in EHS activities and inspections, and ensure proper handling and storage of laboratory materials and chemicals. Required Education & Technical Background Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline; or an equivalent combination of an Associate's degree, technical certification, and 3+ years of hands‑on experience in a hardware testing or reliability laboratory environment. Environmental & Mechanical Testing Experience Hands‑on experience operating environmental testing equipment (thermal, humidity, salt fog/corrosion, UV/weathering) and mechanical testing systems (tensile/compression frames, vibration equipment, adhesion and peel testers). Materials Characterization & Metrology Working knowledge of analytical measurement and materials evaluation techniques, including surface energy/contact angle analysis, chemical compatibility assessments, optical inspections, and visual failure analysis. Laboratory Operations & Safety Demonstrated experience supporting laboratory operations, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, asset and inventory tracking, vendor coordination, and compliance with laboratory safety and chemical handling requirements. Communication & Technical Documentation Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience using spreadsheets, issue tracking systems (e.g., Jira), and developing technical reports, work instructions, and SOP documentation. Estimated Min Rate $30.00 per hour Estimated Max Rate $35.00 per hour + (depends on work experience) Benefits Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week) MetLife Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401K Retirement Savings Plan Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll Referral Bonus Programs Certification and training opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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