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# Reliability Engineer, LFP Cell

- **Company:** Tesla Motors
- **Location:** Sparks, NV, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Data Visualization, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Reliability Engineering, Data Analytics
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88044964/1

## About the Role

* Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
 * 5+ years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, reliability engineering, or a related field
 * Proficiency in failure analysis tools (FMEA, RCA) and data analysis techniques
 * Strong understanding of maintenance management systems (CMMS) and predictive maintenance methodologies
 * Familiarity with condition monitoring technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, etc.)
 * Experience with IoT-enabled sensors and data visualization tools (e.g., SCADA, MES)
 * Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
 * Strong communication skills to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders
 * Certifications in reliability engineering (CRE), maintenance management (CMM), or related disciplines are a plus
 * Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional projects from concept to execution

## Description

Tesla is hiring a Reliability Engineer to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will lead maintenance strategies, leverage data analytics, and implement advanced diagnostic tools to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency. Responsibilities include conducting root cause analyses, designing proactive maintenance programs, and managing asset lifecycles. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and cost-effective solutions. The engineer will also oversee the integration of cutting-edge technologies to monitor and enhance equipment reliability.
What You'll Do

 * Look at failure data from equipment across the facility to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities to prevent future failures before they impact production
 * Analyze historical maintenance logs, sensor data, and IoT device outputs to predict potential failures and recommend proactive interventions
 * Develop and implement preventative maintenance strategies tailored to different equipment types, including reseeding of equipment when necessary to restore optimal performance and extend asset life
 * Conduct motor testing and other predictive maintenance activities to assess equipment condition and recommend timely interventions
 * Perform RSFA (Rapid Structured Failure Analysis) and PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to systematically identify and mitigate equipment vulnerabilities
 * Create comprehensive metrics and dashboards to measure downtime, MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), and other key reliability indicators to track performance improvements
 * Provide training to plant personnel on maintenance best practices, equipment operation, and reliability principles to build a culture of proactive maintenance
 * Manage the entire asset lifecycle, from acquisition to decommissioning, including cost-benefit analyses for repairs, replacements, or upgrades
 * Deploy condition monitoring technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic testing to monitor equipment health in real time
 * Collaborate with engineering teams to design and retrofit equipment for enhanced reliability and maintainability while ensuring compliance with industry standards (ISO, OSHA)


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