Current openings at Niron Magnetics

Senior Reliability Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$110k-$135kDetected 20 days ago

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About the role

This role will focus on mechanical, thermal, and corrosion testing informed by ASTM standards, ensuring product durability and performance across diverse applications.
The ideal candidate will coordinate the execution of the reliability control plan, working closely with cross-functional teams including the engineering and commercial teams.
This position requires a hands-on approach in the lab, strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Reliability Test Development & Qualification: Develop and qualify reliability test protocols for Niron magnets, including mechanical, thermal, and corrosion testing aligned with ASTM standards.
DfR Application & Methodology: Apply Design for Reliability (DfR) principles to guide product development and ensure robust performance.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with R&D, engineering, commercial, and quality teams to support FMEA activities, failure analysis, root cause investigations, CAPA implementation, and development of control plans and PPAP documentation to meet automotive and industry standards.
Document and communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Lab Execution & Stewardship: Maintain a hands-on presence in the lab, ensuring accurate test execution and troubleshooting as needed.
Apply Design for Reliability (DfR) principles to guide product development and ensure robust performance.
Collaborate with R&D, engineering, commercial, and quality teams to support FMEA activities, failure analysis, root cause investigations, CAPA implementation, and development of control plans and PPAP documentation to meet automotive and industry standards.
Maintain a hands-on presence in the lab, ensuring accurate test execution and troubleshooting as needed.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in reliability engineering, quality engineering, or related roles.
Strong knowledge of ASTM standards and reliability testing methodologies.
Proven statistical analysis skills, including experience with reliability modeling and data interpretation using JMP, Minitab, or similar tools.
Experience with Design for Reliability (DfR) principles and tools.
Working knowledge of quality tools and systems, including PPAP, control plans, and FMEA.

Quality engineering experience.
Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) or equivalent experience in structured problem-solving.
Prior experience with Tier 1 Automotive companies or similar high-reliability industries.
Familiarity with magnetics or advanced materials.

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