Hardware Test Reliability Engineer

About the role

Xylem is seeking a Hardware Test – Reliability Engineer to support the development and execution of test plans ensuring the compliance and reliability of Sensus products and systems. This role involves working closely with various teams to develop and test new products, predict component and system life under defined operating environments, and ensure the reliability and extended operating life of the products.

Responsibilities

• Support the Research & Development, Test, Quality, Manufacturing, Project & Product Management teams with developing and testing of new products via the XPD process.
• Determine/predict component and system life in defined operating environments to ensure reliability and extended operating life of the product.
• Develop test systems and fixtures for a diverse product portfolio and execute product performance testing for components, PCBAs, and complete unit assemblies on a wide variety of AC and DC powered products intended for indoor and outdoor environments.
• Work with cross-functional teams to understand customer usage and expectations and use the data to continuously improve test and analysis practices; act as the Voice of the Customer (VOC) to internal design and quality teams.
• Perform a variety of product tests including temperature, humidity, packaged and unpackaged vibration, shock, drop, and impact tests, HALT, salt fog, rain/dust, and many other environmental, electrical, and mechanical stress tests.
• Test products to North American and International Certification Standards.
• Conduct metrology accuracy testing of gas, water, and electric meter products.
• Conduct radio and RF characterization testing of transceiver products and base stations.
• Use Six Sigma techniques to define critical design parameters, develop tests and analyze performance data to determine impacts on long-term product reliability or compliance performance.
• Coordinate with external 3rd party test-houses/labs to conduct testing and analysis when required.
• Facilitate or participate in DFMEA of electrical, mechanical, and board level systems to analyze, identify, and mitigate potential failure in a product design.
• Develop subassembly/system level reliability test plans (including sample size, test duration time, test, and measurement methodology) and utilize test automation to improve efficiency and accuracy where applicable.
• Perform test result analysis, use tracking system to document defects, and author reliability test reports.
• Participate in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities.

Qualifications

• BS Degree (Electrical or Mechanical Engineering) or equivalent (combination of Associates Degree / military training or relevant work experience considered).
• Hardware Test & Reliability Engineering background or 2-5 years of related test and verification work experience preferred.
• High competency level with MS Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• A team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills, that can collaborate across multiple levels of the organization (R&D, Test, Quality, Manufacturing, FA, RMA, Project & Product Management Teams).

Skills

• Experience with Polyphase Electric Meter Designs and how to test them.
• Strong understanding of reliability principles, failure analysis, and predictive maintenance.
• Industry Standards Test Experience with any of the following: ANSI C12.1, ANSI C12.20, ANSI C12.30, UL-2735/UL-2735C, UL-508, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-202G, Telcordia/NEBS, NEMA, IEEE, ETSI, UL/CSA, ASTM, IEC, and EN standards.
• Experience with Agile Methodology, Jira, Confluence, Test Rail, Smartsheet and/or MS Project.
• Extensive experience in electro & mechanical hardware testing over various environmental stresses (temperature, humidity, vibration, voltage & current).
• Experience with performing Accelerated Life Testing (ALT) and calculating Annual Failure Rate (AFR) of a product using the Arrhenius and/or Norris-Landzberg Equations.
• Experience with statistical and reliability software tools (i.e. Minitab, Jump, Reliasoft or Relex).
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma and Design for Six Sigma experience, Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with test automation and programming experience C#, Java, or C++ programming languages.
• Problem Solver with the ability to troubleshoot complex systems, develop corrective actions, and institute long-term solutions.
• EMC, EMI and overall RF Testing & Analysis experience is an added plus.
• Good understanding of basic PCBA and Product manufacturing processes.

Pay and Benefits

Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience, and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem, we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement. Xylem is committed to fostering an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Join the global Xylem team today!