Senior Reliability Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior Reliability Engineer role at NKT Photonics 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Join us to Make an Impact Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration. We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators? If you wish to apply, please contact us with your CV / Résumé. If you have a cover letter, please save this in one document with your CV / Résumé as you are only able to upload one document. We look forward to hearing from you! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Reliability Engineer to join our dynamic team in the high-tech opto-electronic and photonic field. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our advanced opto-electronic systems and components. This role involves analyzing data, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions to enhance system reliability and reduce downtime. Primary Responsibilities Develop and Implement Reliability Strategies: Design and implement strategies and metrics to improve the reliability and performance of opto-electronic systems. Reliability Testing: Develop and execute reliability test plans based on industrial standards, including accelerated life testing and environmental stress testing. Analyze Product Failure Data: Accumulate and analyze data on system performance and failures to identify patterns and trends. Root Cause Analysis: Conduct thorough root cause analysis to determine the underlying causes of reliability issues. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure reliability is integrated into all stages of product development. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in reliability processes and methodologies. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of reliability activities and prepare comprehensive reports on findings and recommendations. KEY INTERACTIONS Reports to Engineering Manager. Interacts with product development engineers, manufacturing engineers and production. Supports product development projects and interacts with project managers. Supports product managers. LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS Manages own tasks, projects and KPI’s within the reliability group. Manages own competencies and job requirements. Manages expectations of project teams and stakeholder groups. Provides technical guidance and training to junior engineers and other team members. Required Education, Experience, Skills, And Travel Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering or a related field. Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) or equivalent certification is a plus. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in reliability engineering, preferably in the opto-electronic or photonic industry. Experience with opto-electronic systems and components is a plus. Knowledge and hands-on experience in design, preparation and conducting of reliability tests. Proficiency in reliability analysis tools and techniques, such as FMEA, Fault tree analysis, and reliability modeling. Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to reliability engineering. Familiarity with statistical analysis software and reliability prediction tools. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets. Curious in nature, wants to understand the products and how different components or processes can influence the reliability of the product. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. Travel Expectations 5% annually, potentially globally. Additional Requirements Business English is required. Keep your personal data safe NKT Photonics ( #J-18808-Ljbffr