Reliability Engineer

Reliability Engineer The Role: The Electronic Engineering department are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Reliability Engineer to join our team. The successful applicant will work primarily within the Electronics R&D team to address product reliability challenges and qualify materials and electronic components for high reliability applications. Main Duties: Track, review and investigate product and component reliability issues. Report on investigation findings and provide suggestions for improvement. Work with engineering, production and quality assurance to assess internal and external reliability issues. Carry out critical component reviews to identify obsolescence or lead-time risks Implement appropriate electronic component qualification to address design or manufacturing requirements. Maintain clear documentation in relation to component test and reliability issues to ensure risks are communicated and addressed Develop a knowledge of Metrol's high reliability design and manufacturing techniques. Maintain an understanding of electronic component and PCB manufacturing methods, failure mechanisms and analysis techniques in order to assess and extend operating lifetimes Support PCB Manufacturing/Reliability Improvements through testing of electronics and materials, working with Metrol engineers and external suppliers. Required Skills & Experience: Degree qualification in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline Previous experience in electronic design or test Good verbal and written communication skills for technical reporting Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficiency with standard computer applications Desirable Skills & Experience: Knowledge of electronic component packaging and test Knowledge of accelerated and life testing methods and analysis Experience with high temperature electronics Experience with component failure mechanisms and investigation Experience of database development and usage The ability to travel on an occasional basis