Reliability Engineer (Houston)

Reliability Engineer

We are seeking a proactive and results-oriented Reliability Engineer to join our Server R&D team. In this role, you will focus on ensuring the long-term reliability and performance of server and rack systems through rigorous validation, failure analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate is experienced in reliability test methodologies and passionate about improving product quality from early development to mass production.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute reliability validation strategies across system levels (Server / Storage / Rack), including thermal cycling, vibration, drop, operational stress, and HALT / HASS.
• Lead design reviews with EE, ME, Power, Thermal, and BIOS teams to identify and mitigate potential reliability risks early in the development cycle.
• Conduct system-level integration testing to validate hardware / software compatibility, stability, feature completeness, and long-term operational reliability.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for reliability and quality issues; provide design feedback to improve future iterations.
• Define and maintain reliability test specifications aligned with industry standards (e.g., Telcordia, GR-63, JESD22, MIL-STD-810).
• Create and maintain test plans, procedures, and technical reports; present findings to internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Collaborate closely with global R&D centers (e.g., Taipei, Tianjin) and support customer audits and reviews as needed.
• Operate and calibrate reliability test equipment; ensure lab safety, equipment integrity, and data traceability.

Qualifications

Preferred Experience