Reliability Engineer

Reliability Engineer Location: Santa Clara, California Work Model: Onsite Job Type: Contract Job Overview We are seeking a Reliability Engineer with hands-on experience in board-level reliability testing, electronic validation, and failure analysis for semiconductor products. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of VLSI board design and experience using laboratory testing and failure-analysis equipment. VLSI Board Design experience is mandatory for this position. Roles and Responsibilities Perform board-level reliability testing and functional validation of electronic and semiconductor products. Conduct Physical Failure Analysis (PFA), CSAM/SAM analysis, and X-ray inspection. Perform electrical and mechanical testing to evaluate product reliability. Analyze failures, identify root causes, and prepare detailed technical reports. Develop and maintain automated test scripts. Debug and improve laboratory test setups, equipment, and infrastructure. Work with oscilloscopes, multimeters, curve tracers, and other laboratory instruments. Support laboratory maintenance, equipment calibration, and materials control. Document test procedures, findings, and reliability data using Microsoft Office. Work independently in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. At least 2 years of experience in electronics reliability, functional testing, or failure analysis. Strong knowledge of VLSI Board Design – Mandatory. Experience in board-level reliability testing and electronic validation. Hands-on experience with: Physical Failure Analysis (PFA) CSAM/SAM or C-Scan Acoustic Microscopy X-ray inspection Root Cause Analysis Electrical and mechanical testing Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, curve tracers, and related laboratory equipment. Experience working in Windows, Linux, and CentOS environments. Knowledge of test automation and scripting. Strong analytical, debugging, and troubleshooting skills. Good technical documentation and reporting abilities. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in the semiconductor industry. Experience working with GPU, Tegra, or high-performance server systems. Experience maintaining laboratory infrastructure, equipment, and calibration records. Candidate Requirements Must be available to work onsite in Santa Clara, California. Must have hands-on VLSI board design experience. Must be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Pay: $70.00 per hour Work Location: In person