Senior Reliability Design Engineer
- San Jose, United States
Posted 25 days ago
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Date: Jul 30, 2026
Location: San Jose, CA, US
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Company: Teradyne
We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!
We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.
Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and drives excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought across our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects their individual strengths, viewpoints, and experiences. We believe our differences make us a stronger team, enabling us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver exceptional results.
Opportunity Overview
Teradyne's Memory Test Division is seeking a Senior Reliability Design Engineer to help develop next-generation semiconductor test systems by driving reliability into products from concept through qualification and release. In this role, you will partner with instrumentation, automation, and system design teams to apply Teradyne's Design for Reliability (DfR) methodology, evaluate new technologies, reduce reliability risks, and improve product robustness throughout the development lifecycle.
Lead Design for Reliability (DfR) activities throughout product development, ensuring reliability requirements are incorporated early in the design process
Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to identify, assess, and mitigate reliability risks for complex electrical and electromechanical systems
Develop and execute reliability test strategies, including HALT, environmental stress testing, and accelerated life testing to validate product robustness
Apply reliability modeling, prediction, growth, and derating methods to improve system performance and product maturity
Perform failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective action activities to improve product reliability and quality
Collaborate with design teams to evaluate new technologies, influence design decisions, and support reliable product releases
All About You
We seek individuals who share our passion for innovation, technical excellence, and customer success. If you're excited about solving complex reliability challenges and influencing product architecture, we encourage you to take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
10+ years of reliability engineering experience supporting the design of electrical and electromechanical systems
Experience leading or facilitating Design FMEA (DFMEA) activities and Design for Reliability initiatives
Hands-on experience with Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) and accelerated life testing methodologies
Knowledge of reliability prediction, reliability growth, reliability budgeting, and component derating techniques
Experience performing failure analysis, root cause investigations, and environmental stress testing
Proficiency with reliability and statistical analysis tools such as Weibull++, BlockSim, Alta, or similar platforms
Experience using engineering simulation and analysis tools, including Ansys Sherlock and Ansys Mechanical
Working knowledge of electronic test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions across cross-functional teams
Preferred
PhD in Reliability Engineering or related discipline
Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) or semiconductor test systems
Experience with fault-tolerant architectures, redundancy analysis, and predictive maintenance methodologies
Experience designing reliability test fixtures and developing test procedures
Compensation
The base salary range for this role is $155,500 - $248,900. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.
Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.
Benefits
Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.
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Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
Job Segment: Design Engineer, Statistics, Test Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering, Data
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Date: Jul 30, 2026
Location: San Jose, CA, US
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Company: Teradyne
We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!
We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.
Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and drives excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought across our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects their individual strengths, viewpoints, and experiences. We believe our differences make us a stronger team, enabling us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver exceptional results.
Opportunity Overview
Teradyne's Memory Test Division is seeking a Senior Reliability Design Engineer to help develop next-generation semiconductor test systems by driving reliability into products from concept through qualification and release. In this role, you will partner with instrumentation, automation, and system design teams to apply Teradyne's Design for Reliability (DfR) methodology, evaluate new technologies, reduce reliability risks, and improve product robustness throughout the development lifecycle.
Lead Design for Reliability (DfR) activities throughout product development, ensuring reliability requirements are incorporated early in the design process
Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to identify, assess, and mitigate reliability risks for complex electrical and electromechanical systems
Develop and execute reliability test strategies, including HALT, environmental stress testing, and accelerated life testing to validate product robustness
Apply reliability modeling, prediction, growth, and derating methods to improve system performance and product maturity
Perform failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective action activities to improve product reliability and quality
Collaborate with design teams to evaluate new technologies, influence design decisions, and support reliable product releases
All About You
We seek individuals who share our passion for innovation, technical excellence, and customer success. If you're excited about solving complex reliability challenges and influencing product architecture, we encourage you to take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
10+ years of reliability engineering experience supporting the design of electrical and electromechanical systems
Experience leading or facilitating Design FMEA (DFMEA) activities and Design for Reliability initiatives
Hands-on experience with Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) and accelerated life testing methodologies
Knowledge of reliability prediction, reliability growth, reliability budgeting, and component derating techniques
Experience performing failure analysis, root cause investigations, and environmental stress testing
Proficiency with reliability and statistical analysis tools such as Weibull++, BlockSim, Alta, or similar platforms
Experience using engineering simulation and analysis tools, including Ansys Sherlock and Ansys Mechanical
Working knowledge of electronic test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence technical decisions across cross-functional teams
Preferred
PhD in Reliability Engineering or related discipline
Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) or semiconductor test systems
Experience with fault-tolerant architectures, redundancy analysis, and predictive maintenance methodologies
Experience designing reliability test fixtures and developing test procedures
Compensation
The base salary range for this role is $155,500 - $248,900. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.
Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.
Benefits
Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.
#LI-N2
Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
Job Segment: Design Engineer, Statistics, Test Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering, Data
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