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Freelance Mechanical Reliability Engineer Jobs in Reno, NV

Amperesand

Hardware Reliability Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$102K - $128K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Reliability Engineering. * Strong understanding of hardware reliability or circuit analysis. * Basic familiarity ...

Amperesand

Hardware Reliability Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$115K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Reliability Engineering. * Strong understanding of hardware reliability or circuit analysis. * Basic familiarity ...

Amperesand

Senior Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$104K - $137K/yr

Work with quality and reliability teams to meet performance, lifecycle, and safety targets * Mentor ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field * Expertise in CAD ...

Amperesand

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$89K - $123K/yr

Work with quality and reliability teams to meet performance, lifecycle, and safety targets ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. * 3+ years of ...

Amperesand

Senior Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$89K - $123K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work with quality and reliability teams to meet performance, lifecycle, and safety targets * Mentor ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field * Expertise in CAD ...

Amperesand

Senior Staff Equipment Mechanical Design Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$104K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design equipment for manufacturability (DFM), assembly (DFA), and reliability (DFR). * Develop ... Qualifications: * BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field ...

Amperesand

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$89K - $123K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work with quality and reliability teams to meet performance, lifecycle, and safety targets. Qualifications : * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. * 3+ years ...

Amperesand

Senior Staff Equipment Mechanical Design Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$104K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design equipment for manufacturability (DFM), assembly (DFA), and reliability (DFR). * Develop ... Qualifications: * BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field ...

Amperesand

Senior Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$89K - $123K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Work with quality and reliability teams to meet performance, lifecycle, and safety targets. * Set mechanical design standards and DFM/DFA guidelines used across the engineering organization.

Amazon

CMMS Engineer

Sparks, NV · On-site

$104K - $131K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists ... mechanical facilities maintenance experience - Bachelor's degree in enginnering or equivalent, or ...

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How much do freelance mechanical reliability engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance mechanical reliability engineer in Reno, NV is $103,842.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,200.00 and $117,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Mechanical Reliability Engineer vs Mechanical Maintenance Engineer?

AspectFreelance Mechanical Reliability EngineerMechanical Maintenance Engineer
CredentialsRelevant engineering degrees, certifications in reliability or maintenanceTechnical diploma or associate degree, certifications in maintenance
Work EnvironmentContract-based, project-specific, often remote or on-site at various locationsOn-site at manufacturing or industrial facilities, regular shifts
Employer & IndustryClients across industries like oil & gas, manufacturing, energy; self-employed or consulting firmsManufacturing plants, factories, industrial facilities

Freelance Mechanical Reliability Engineers focus on analyzing and improving equipment reliability on a contract basis, often working across multiple projects and industries. Mechanical Maintenance Engineers handle routine and preventive maintenance tasks on-site to ensure equipment operates smoothly. While both roles require technical expertise, the freelance reliability engineer emphasizes analysis and optimization, whereas the maintenance engineer concentrates on day-to-day repairs and upkeep.

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Hardware Reliability Engineer

Amperesand

Reno, NV • On-site

$102K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Role Summary
In this role, you will drive end-to-end reliability for our Solid-State Transformer (SST) platform, from concept to field deployment. You will lead cross-functional teams to mitigate program risks via Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)/Fault Tree analysis (FTA) and set clear reliability benchmarks for supplier selection. By developing advanced Physics-of-failure (PoF) modeling and performing expert-level RCA, you will ensure our hardware meets the demanding lifetime required for modern energy infrastructure. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in the setup and execution of reliability test plans for SST's (solid state transformer), including thermal mapping and accelerated life testing. 
  • Utilize statistical methods to analyze test data, identifying trends in component or system-level failures. 
  • Participate in DFMEA sessions, helping to document risks and track mitigation actions. 
  • Perform initial root-cause analysis on failed components using lab equipment (microscopes, X-ray, etc.) and coordinate with senior engineers on complex investigations. 
  • Assist in building reliability block diagrams and basic PoF models to predict product lifetime. 
  • Work closely with the Design and Manufacturing teams to communicate test results and ensure reliability targets are met. 
  • Maintain detailed records of test procedures, lab results, and reliability reports for key milestones. 
  • Ability to travel occasionally to different facilities to support hardware deployment and testing. 

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Reliability Engineering. 
  • Strong understanding of hardware reliability or circuit analysis. 
  • Basic familiarity with reliability statistics (Weibull distribution, MTBF) and a desire to master advanced Bayesian and Monte Carlo methods. 
  • Comfortable working in a high-voltage lab environment; experience with basic diagnostic tools (Oscilloscopes, Multimeters). 
  • Interest in learning reliability tools such as ReliaSoft (Weibull++, ALTA) or simulation software like Ansys Sherlock. 
  • Nice to have proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or R for data processing and automation. 
  • Excellent written and verbal skills; ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable updates for the team. 
  • A "first principles" thinker who is eager to learn and thrives in a fast-paced hardware startup environment. 

Please note:This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options. 

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