Engineering Test & Reliability Technician

Engineering Test & Reliability Technician📍 San Francisco, CA (Onsite – Mission District)💲 $38-$42/hr DOE📅 6-12 Month Contract with Potential ExtensionsJoin an innovative company at the forefront of autonomous sensing, robotics, and advanced hardware technology. We are seeking an Engineering Test & Reliability Technician to support product development through hands-on testing, failure analysis, and validation activities. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working directly with hardware, solving technical challenges, and contributing to the development of next-generation technology products.Recent graduates with Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering degrees are encouraged to apply.What You'll DoPerform validation and reliability evaluations on prototype and production hardware systems.Execute structured test procedures and collect performance data for engineering review.Investigate product failures, identify contributing factors, and support corrective action efforts.Assemble, configure, and prepare hardware systems for laboratory testing and characterization.Monitor test activities, track results, and maintain detailed records of observations and findings.Verify product performance against engineering requirements and design specifications.Support engineers in developing and improving test methodologies, fixtures, and validation processes.Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure testing tools remain calibrated and operational.QualificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.Open to recent graduates with applicable lab, internship, senior project, or hands-on engineering experience.Familiarity with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and data acquisition tools.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a methodical approach to problem-solving.Comfortable documenting technical findings and communicating results to engineering teams.Experience with Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and engineering data analysis tools is preferred.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Preferred ExperienceProduct validation, reliability testing, engineering lab support, or manufacturing test environments.Exposure to sensors, robotics, automotive systems, LiDAR, or electromechanical hardware.Understanding of failure analysis techniques and quality assurance processes.