Reliability Test Engineer I in Union City, California at Westpak, Inc

For over 39 years, WESTPAK has been a trusted testing partner for a diverse industry. Sustaining that level of consistency requires a core ingredient, our great people. From the tenured employees who value the lasting bonds and share their wealth of knowledge, to our new employees who bring in new perspectives and opportunities; we continue to develop our employee-owned company with stewardship and integrity while continuing to make lives better. WESTPAK is looking for an experienced Test Technician to support our testing operations.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes ESOP shares, 401k match, health benefits, various supplemental health packages, and pet insurance for your furry loved ones.

We are seeking a Reliability Test Engineer who will conduct and support Reliability, Validation, Test Execution and Product Characterization for Autonomous Vehicle, Consumer Electronics, Medical Devices products both packaged and unpackaged. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong personal attributes and behaviors that will be instrumental for growth as a Reliability Test Engineer. This is a very hands-on active role with physical demands to support client testing.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) shares, 401k match, health benefits, various supplemental health packages, and pet insurance for your furry loved ones.

A Reliability Test Engineer I will:

• Responsible for all aspects of Reliability/Validation/Test Engineering providing laboratory support, including but not limited to, test design and fabrication with setup, test execution, instrumentation, diagnostics, and maintenance of laboratory equipment for Production/Operations at WESTPAK.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation to support test execution, lab processes, and provide structured project/program updates. Responsible for maintaining current assigned employee training modules, including EHS, ISO 17025, Quality with QMS guidelines.
• Have experience with Shock & Vibration--Hydro and Electrodynamic Shakers, Shock and Drop Machine, Environmental Thermal Chambers, Power and Electronic Parametric, High-Speed Video, along with the Data Acquisition Controllers and Instrumentation for each.
• Independently conduct Real World Environmental Simulations in the laboratory environment. Additionally, perform Transit testing defined by, but not limited to, ASTM and ISTA standards, customer requirements, and WESTPAK’s Quality Management System.
• Execute Customer Specific Profiles, Road Level Data Acquisition (RLDA), Customer Specific sterile barrier package integrity, Tensile and Compression for Material Science, High Speed Video, Microscopes, Strain Gauge, Load Cell, Accelerometer Data acquisition and recording, and shelf-life testing.

• Perform testing duties within the designated hours of operations according to WESTPAK requirements to ensure customer objectives are met through proactive communication, documentation, and customer service.
• Assist Engineering with equipment upkeep, repair, and validation as appropriate.
• Analyze and interpret data to identify deviations and provide client insight.
• Ensure project accuracy and quality through document control, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and auditing.
• Maintain responsive customer communication in email and in person regarding testing services provided, test status, updates, and results.
• Maintain WESTPAK 5S and various site standards and expectations.

Requirements for Eligibility

• B.S. degree in Engineering, or equivalent technical education degree.
• 5-7 years of working laboratory experience in conducting product characterization and reliability test execution.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as protocols, industry specifications (ASTM and ISTA), and customer’s Product Reliability Documents.
• Understanding CAD fundamentals, 3D Printing, Material Science, and Failure Analysis.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and general computer literacy.
• Math skills: Intermediate to advanced algebra, statistics, and geometry.

Personal / Professional Attributes

• Fast learner and ability to communicate clearly.
• Demonstrate strong accountability and integrity.
• High focus on customer service, plus be willing to go above and beyond to wow the customer.
• Organized and impeccable follow-through skills
• Work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Able to create innovative solutions to complex problems.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. There are no exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demand, and working conditions associated with this position.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $48-54 /hour depending on experience with company-wide bonus incentives and Employee Stock Ownership Participation.

Principals only - We do not accept any resumes or support from outside vendors. Please refrain from unsolicited marketing for the role.