> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2147307-reliability-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2147307-reliability-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Reliability Engineer - **Company:** Medtronic Inc. - **Location:** Los Angeles County, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $107,200.0 - $160,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, LabVIEW, Reliability Engineering, Software Reliability Testing, Software Engineering, Test Data, Reliability of Systems - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/56fc26a0-1ba4-4b0a-99a9-6725d8ab1104 ## About the Role Medtronic, a global leader in medical technology, services, and solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sr. Reliability Engineer to join our innovative team. This role will be in the surgical operating unit within the new product development quality team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in reliability science, with demonstrated experience developing reliability strategies for new products, including reliability planning and testing. This role also supports medical device product development, and a solid understanding of design controls and regulatory compliance requirements is preferred. This position requires a strong team player who is a self-starter, inquisitive, and a fast learner. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the development of medical devices that meet reliability requirements., * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Reliability Engineering or similar engineering degree with 4+ years of experience in Reliability Engineering * Master's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical or Reliability Engineering or similar engineering degree with 2+ years of experience in Reliability Engineering OR PhD with 0 years relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications * Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of regulations and other relevant standards. * Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct thorough root cause analysis. * Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex information to stakeholders. * Leadership: Proven leadership and project management skills with the ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Able to work independently * Certifications: ASQ Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), design for reliability and manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification, * AAMI design control certification. * Experience: Reliability engineering field * Industry Experience: Medical device/Automotive/Aerospace industry. * Technical Skills: Proficient in quality management systems, risk management, regulatory compliance, and statistics. * Tools: ReliaSoft software experience, LabVIEW experience, Sherlock experience. For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required. ## Description * Participate in cross-functional development teams, providing mechanical and/or electrical reliability engineering expertise. * Write reliability plans and identify reliability activities during product development to achieve company, customer, or agency reliability objectives * Perform reliability testing that includes HALT, ALT and other discovery tests * Support test method validation and verification activities, including the development and approval of test plans, protocols, and final reports. * Collaborate with R&D to design and implement mechanical and/or electrical reliability tests to identify design weaknesses early in development. * Support R&D in selecting materials and components to achieve defined reliability and performance requirements * Perform electrical and/or thermal de-rating analysis as applicable * Conduct reliability predictions, modeling and data analysis to assess product reliability and risk * Provide post-market reliability engineering support, including analysis of field performance and failure data * Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards, including FDA requirements and ISO/IEC standards (e.g., 14971, 13485, 62304, FDA Part 820, IEC 60601). * Maintain thorough, accurate, and compliant documentation of all reliability engineering activities, including test data, analyses, and reports. Other potential responsibilities * Lead and mentor teams in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the reliability processes and standards. * Partnering with software reliability and software development teams as part of mission reliability. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to define and implement engineering and statistical processes that ensure product reliability and compliance throughout the product lifecycle. ## Related Videos - [Leading with Reliability: Applying SRE Principles to Build Stronger Engineering Organizations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100185-leading-with-reliability-applying-sre-principles-to-build-stronger-engineering-organizations) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Stop Guessing, Start Measuring: Evaluating RAG Systems with Synthetic Test Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1982-stop-guessing-start-measuring-evaluating-rag-systems-with-synthetic-test-data) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer)