Reliability Engineer

Teledyne FLIR LLC$76K — $102K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in electronics manufacturing.
  • Hands-on experience in reliability and qualification testing.
  • Proficient in Python or similar programming languages for test automation.
  • Strong analytical skills with technical report writing capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Define reliability requirements and qualification strategies for products.
  • Develop and execute reliability test plans throughout development.
  • Identify reliability risks and failure modes for improvements.
  • Design and maintain automated reliability test systems.
  • Analyze data to assess product robustness and guide decisions.
  • Lead investigations using structured methodologies like FMEA and 8D.
  • Prepare and present reliability reports and assessments to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits.
  • Progressive vacation plan and paid holidays.
  • Retirement savings plans with company match.
  • Educational assistance and career development support.
  • Opportunities to work on globally impactful technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Teledyne Digital Imaging is a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies Inc., a U.S. publicly listed enterprise, and specializes in the manufacture, design, research and development of high-performance CMOS and CCD image sensors and modular expandable cameras. Teledyne Digital Imaging's products are used worldwide in machine vision, document scanning, image capture, surveillance, process monitoring, manufacturing inspection, medical imaging, and multimedia.

As part of our continuing growth in this high technology market, Teledyne Digital Imaging is recruiting for a Reliability Engineer !

The Reliability Engineer is responsible for applying Design for Reliability (DfR) principles throughout the product life cycle, from concept and design through qualification, manufacturing, field operation, and continuous improvement. The role develops and executes product reliability strategies, qualification plans, test methods, automated test systems, and data analyses to demonstrate that products meet defined reliability requirements. This position works closely with Research and Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supplier Development, Quality, Program Management, and Customer Support to identify reliability risks, validate product robustness, investigate failures, and ensure that qualification evidence is available to support the Qualification and Reliability Review and Release for Sales milestones.

What You Will Do

  • Define reliability requirements, acceptance criteria, and qualification strategies for digital imaging products.
  • Develop and execute qualification and reliability test plans throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Identify reliability risks, failure modes, and improvement opportunities during design and development.
  • Design, automate, and maintain reliability test systems using Python and other software tools.
  • Analyze reliability, performance, and lifecycle data to assess product robustness and support engineering decisions.
  • Lead and support root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., FMEA, 5 Why, 8D, Fault Tree Analysis).
  • Drive corrective and preventive actions and verify their effectiveness through testing and analysis.
  • Prepare and present qualification results, reliability metrics, risk assessments, and recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Monitor manufacturing and field performance data to identify trends and improve product reliability.
  • Support production, supplier, and customer reliability initiatives, including product changes and field issues.
  • Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Program Management, and Supplier Quality teams to ensure reliability objectives are achieved.
  • Develop and improve reliability processes, test methods, engineering standards, and best practices.
  • Provide technical guidance and reliability expertise to cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle.


What You Need
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Systems, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in product reliability, qualification, validation, test engineering, systems engineering, or hardware product development.
  • Hands-on experience developing and executing reliability, environmental, and qualification testing.
  • Experience integrating hardware, firmware, software, instrumentation, and environmental test equipment.
  • Programming and test automation experience using Python or similar languages.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting engineering data and preparing technical reports.
  • Knowledge of failure analysis, root cause analysis, FMEA, and corrective action methodologies.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical standards.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with industrial cameras, digital imaging, image sensors, optics, embedded systems, or machine vision products.
  • Knowledge of image acquisition, image quality measurement, camera interfaces, and digital communication systems.
  • Experience with accelerated life testing, environmental stress testing, reliability demonstration testing, and statistical reliability analysis.
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as IEC, JESD, IPC, MIL-STD-810, or similar qualification standards.
  • Experience with reliability analysis tools, statistical software, and Design for Reliability (DfR) methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with environmental chambers, vibration systems, oscilloscopes, data acquisition equipment, and automated test systems.
  • Familiarity with configuration management, source control, and structured product development processes.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or ASQ Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certification is an asset.


Technical Skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, Project, and SQL databases.
  • SAP S/4HANA experience is considered an asset.
  • Experience with AI-based reliability tools and simulation software (e.g., Ansys) is advantageous.


What Teledyne Dalsa offers you:
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits
  • Progressive vacation plan and paid holidays
  • Retirement savings plans with company match
  • Educational assistance and career development support
  • Opportunities to work on globally impactful technologies


What happens next:

Apply online and our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Selected candidates will be contacted for next steps, including interviews and assessments as needed.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy within our organization

Teledyne Digital Imaging does not use AI tools to assist in the Screening, Assessing and Selecting of candidates for this role

Salary Range:
$76,800.00-$102,400.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

About Teledyne FLIR LLC

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Joining Teledyne FLIR LLC presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to pioneering technological innovations. As a prominent player in the field of sensory technology, Teledyne FLIR LLC offers a range of job opportunities that cater to a variety of professional skills and experiences.

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Career advancement is a cornerstone of Teledyne FLIR LLC's commitment to its employees. With robust training programs and diversity initiatives, the company ensures that all team members receive the support and resources they need to succeed. Professional growth is encouraged through leadership training, skill development workshops, and networking opportunities within the industry.

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For those starting their careers, Teledyne FLIR LLC offers internship programs that provide invaluable industry experience and insights into the company’s operations. Interns work alongside seasoned professionals and are considered integral members of the team from day one. Full-time positions at Teledyne FLIR LLC come with competitive benefits packages that support both personal and professional development. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off, among others.

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