CDL-Reliability Engineer

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Infinitum has raised the bar for a new generation of motor that is better for the planet and people. The company’s patented air core motors offer superior performance in half the weight and size, at a fraction of the carbon footprint of traditional motors, making them pound for pound the most efficient in the world. Infinitum motors open up sustainable design possibilities for the machines we rely on to be smaller, lighter, and quieter — improving our quality of life while also saving energy and reducing waste.

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This individual will work closely with Product Development, Compliance, Quality, and Test Engineering teams to translate mission profiles and field data into structured reliability plans. The role includes designing and executing automated reliability test systems using LabVIEW and Test Stand and requires familiarity with instrumentation such as torque sensors, thermocouples, and high-voltage power analyzers. A commitment to data-driven decision making, safety, and adherence to ISO 17025 practices is critical for success.

• Develop and maintain detailed reliability test plans aligned with product requirements and application environments.
• Design and execute long-duration test protocols including thermal cycling, vibration, electrical overstress, humidity, load cycling, and accelerated life testing.
• Use LabVIEW, Test Stand, and NI Compact
  
  DAQ hardware for data acquisition, logging, and test automation.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) of failures using structured methodologies (5 Whys, Ishikawa, Fault Tree, etc.).
• Define and track reliability metrics such as MTTF, MTBF, FIT rates, and failure distributions.
• Collaborate with design and compliance teams to drive reliability improvements and support certification readiness (UL, CE, ETL).
• Participate in FMEA sessions and support risk mitigation activities across the product lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate and traceable records for all reliability testing in compliance with ISO 17025.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the lab and test infrastructure.

Experience:

0–2 years of relevant experience

Proficiency:
Basic understanding of electric motors and reliability fundamentals

• Assist senior engineers in reliability test execution and data recording.
• Perform setup, calibration, and operation of environmental and electrical stress tests.
• Support maintenance and documentation of lab test fixtures and data files.
• Learn failure analysis and reporting methods under mentorship.
• Adhere to safety and lab quality protocols.

Experience:

2–5 years of relevant experience

Proficiency:
Proficient in test execution, root cause analysis, and reliability tools

• Independently lead reliability test campaigns and document results.
• Analyze test data and generate failure rate or B10 life projections.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to DFMEA/Risk assessment.
• Develop automated test routines using LabVIEW/Test Stand.
• Interface with design and compliance teams to close the loop on findings.

Experience:

5+ years of relevant experience

Proficiency:
Advanced understanding of reliability engineering in power electronics or electromechanical systems

• Lead reliability strategy for new product introduction (NPI).
• Create new test methods for emerging failure modes or field issues.
• Guide the development of reliability metrics, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Supervise junior engineers and mentor lab staff on reliability best practices.
• Represent the organization in external audits or certification discussions (e.g., UL witness testing).

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Reliability Engineering or 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a reliability, test, or systems validation role.
• Strong understanding of electric motor principles, VFD operation, and system-level interactions.
• Proficiency with test automation tools (LabVIEW, Test Stand) and data acquisition…