Formlabs · 1 day ago
R&D Reliability Engineer
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $125K/yrFormlabs is a leading company in 3D printing technology, empowering creators to bring their ideas to life. The R&D Reliability Engineer will focus on ensuring the reliability of hardware products through effective testing strategies and data analysis, collaborating with design teams to influence product reliability from the outset.
3D Printing3D TechnologyConsumer ElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop, execute, and manage system, subsystem, and component level validation test plans to ensure products meet design and reliability requirements
Perform hands-on and data-driven root cause analysis (RCA) of electromechanical subsystems and field failures, utilizing common problem-solving methodologies and a 'physics of failure' approach
Design, build, and implement automated testing equipment for subsystem characterization and reliability/environmental testing
Collaborate with R&D design teams throughout product development to perform risk assessments, manage continuous testing, and contribute to design reviews, influencing product design for reliability from day one
Analyze field failure data to identify trends, prioritize investigations based on business value, and develop clear, actionable corrective action plans (CAPAs)
Qualification
Required
Well-versed with complex electromechanical systems and passionate about understanding what it takes to make them work reliably
Have experience with testing a wide range of sensors, actuators, and mechanical components
Have experience developing system test plans and know how to execute them efficiently within fast-paced product development timelines
Can prototype and run your own tests, from experimental setup to hardware and software implementation in Python
Possess strong data analysis skills, capable of distilling complex test results and field data into clear, concise, and compelling insights that drive action
Preferred
Familiarity with Linux systems and scripting in various languages
Experience with SQL for data analysis
Prior experience with field failure analysis or quality engineering roles is a plus
Benefits
Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors
Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
And of course… unlimited 3D prints
Company
Formlabs
Formlabs develops and manufactures 3D printers and software for the industrial sector.
Founded in 2011
501-1000 employees
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2023 (14)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$253.7MKey Investors
SoftBank Vision FundVintage Investment PartnersNew Enterprise Associates
2021-05-19Series E· $150M
2019-01-01Series Unknown
2018-08-01Series D· $15M
Leadership Team
Maxim Lobovsky
Co-founder and CEO
Daniel O'Shaughnessy
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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