Hardware Reliability Intern (Summer 2027)

Formlabs is building 3D printing technology that powers innovation across industries including Apple, Google, and NASA. This Hardware Reliability Intern role involves developing and executing validation test plans, performing root cause analysis on field failures, and designing automated testing equipment to ensure product reliability during development and in the field. What You'll Do Develop, execute, and manage system, subsystem, and component level validation test plans to verify products meet design and reliability requirements Perform hands-on and data-driven root cause analysis to triage field failures in electromechanical systems using physics of failure approaches Design, build, and implement automated testing equipment for subsystem characterization and reliability/environmental testing Collaborate with design teams throughout product development to perform risk assessments, manage continuous testing, and contribute to design reviews Prototype and execute tests independently, from experimental setup through hardware and software implementation What You Need Deep understanding of complex electromechanical systems and passion for understanding reliability engineering principles Experience developing full system test plans and executing them in fast-paced product development environments Hands-on experience testing sensors, actuators, and mechanical components Ability to prototype and independently run tests from experimental design through implementation Strong problem-solving skills with methodical, data-driven approach to troubleshooting Nice to Have Familiarity with Linux systems and scripting in various languages, with Python preferred Experience with HALT and HASS testing methodologies Portfolio of previous engineering work and projects Weekly pay range $1,575-$1,950 USD. Full-time internship with bi-weekly pay schedule based on 40 hours per week. Benefits include flexible time off, on-site parking, pre-tax commuter benefits, catered lunches three times weekly, snacks and beverages, cohort-based social and professional development, culture events, and unlimited 3D prints. No housing or relocation assistance provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr Linuxconfig