Harbor Freight Tools · 18 hours ago
Engineer III, Forensics and Reliability, Onsite at Camarillo, CA
3491 MISSION OAKS BLVD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $148K/yr
5+ years expHarbor Freight Tools is a national tool retailer with a focus on quality and value. The Forensics and Reliability Engineer III will provide forensic investigation, failure analysis, and testing for product reliability, working closely with various stakeholders to execute product investigations.
ManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Investigates the origin and cause of alleged failures including potential design or manufacturing defects. Exhibits a sense of urgency in the analysis being performed
Partner with several teams (Legal, Product Safety & Compliance, Call Center, Engineering, Product Development etc.) and maintain working relationships
Consult on methods, explain results, and write views on technical data. Participate in product liability claims investigations and intellectual property research
Supports direct efforts of improvement of product quality, safety and compliance to regulations and industry standards
Analyzes design, product, structure, or component, and evaluates the quality of construction, reviews design or determines the cause of alleged failures
Work collaboratively with both internal corporate partners and with extensive vendor base to constantly improve quality and reliability objectives
Maintain and communicate plans with vendors regarding root cause investigation and implementation of sustainable improvements to support accurate resolution
Consult on methods, explain results, and write views on technical data. Present findings and opinions clearly and concisely, allowing complex technical issues to be understood by non-technical audience
Handling of samples, including chain of custody and photographic documentation, long term storage, and protection of proprietary information
Additional responsibilities as assigned by management
Regular attendance is required
Qualification
Required
Minimum: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree BS Electrical or Mechanical Engineering focus required
5+ years' experience in evaluating product failures across a broad range of products, including electrical, mechanical or automotive products
Experience in root cause analysis within a large distributed environment
Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and ability to effectively achieve project established goals and objectives
Excellence in execution with proven problem-solving capabilities
Models the Company's values and influences others to achieve individual or team objectives
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing along strict timelines
Clearly conveys information to individuals or groups in a manner that is understandable, easy to retain and timely
Strong sense of urgency, collaborative team style, and ability to quickly adapt to changes in priorities
Proficient using standard Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Results-oriented
Strong interpersonal skills. Able to maintain and develop top-level, internal and external relationships
Effective communication skills. Crisp and clear. Informs and directs appropriately on both verbal and written fronts
Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others
Preferred
Active PE preferred (in the state of employment is preferred). Both Electrical and Mechanical Engineering focus
A track record of successfully partnering with multiple cross functional key stakeholders, and ability to work in a highly collaborative environment
Proven ability in problem solving
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan.
Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays).
Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.
Company
Harbor Freight Tools
Harbor Freight Tools is a leader in providing high-quality tools at the lowest prices in the industry.
10001+ employees
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