Staff Hardware Reliability Engineer

Highlights

• Lead reliability for LiDAR hardware from prototype to field deployment.
• Build validation programs with global CMs, ODMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
• Power the Waymo Driver behind 10M+ autonomous rider-only trips.

What they offer

• Discretionary annual bonus program
• Equity incentive plan
• Company benefits program

Ideal candidate

A seasoned reliability leader who thrives on complex electromechanical challenges and cross-functional ownership, passionate about autonomous vehicle safety and mentoring teams through high-volume launches.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or Physics
• 10 years of experience in end to end management of reliability programs for complex electromechanical systems
• Experience delivering reliability of 1-2 product generations from concept and prototyping to production ramp and field deployment
• Experience managing DFMEA or other risk analysis process across a product line
• Extensive experience developing comprehensive reliability test plans, resolving complex failure analyses, and leading root-cause resolution
• Strong technical background in mechanics of materials and physics of failure for electronics and sensors