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Waymo

Hardware Reliability Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$144K - $177K/yr

Hardware Engineering is a diverse, innovative, and collaborative group of electrical, mechanical, reliability, software and vehicle engineers. We design, build, and perfect the products which are the ...

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Shield AI

Hardware Reliability Engineer II (R4675)

Boston, MA · On-site

$111.40K - $140.10K/yr

As a Hardware Reliability Engineer (Engineer II) at Shield AI, you will support efforts to ensure the robustness and long-term performance of our VBAT flight hardware. You'll work closely with design ...

Shield AI

Hardware Reliability Engineer II (R4675)

Dallas, TX

$101.40K - $127.60K/yr

As a Hardware Reliability Engineer (Engineer II) at Shield AI, you will support efforts to ensure the robustness and long-term performance of our VBAT flight hardware. You'll work closely with design ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for hardware reliability engineer in the United States is $63.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.81 and $72.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Hardware Reliability Engineer ensures that electronic and mechanical hardware systems are designed, tested, and manufactured to meet reliability and durability standards. They analyze failure data, conduct reliability testing, and collaborate with design teams to improve product lifespan and performance. Their work helps prevent failures in real-world applications, reducing costs and improving customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Hardware Reliability Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hardware Reliability Engineer, you need a solid grounding in electronics, materials science, and failure analysis, typically supported by a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering. Familiarity with reliability modeling software, environmental stress testing tools, and standards like MIL-STD or IPC is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective cross-functional communication are valuable soft skills in this field. These capabilities are crucial for identifying potential hardware failures, ensuring product quality, and collaborating efficiently within multidisciplinary teams.

What are some of the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Hardware Reliability Engineer?

As a Hardware Reliability Engineer, your daily tasks often include designing and executing reliability tests, analyzing test data to identify failure trends, and collaborating with design and manufacturing teams to implement corrective actions. You may be responsible for preparing detailed reports on hardware performance, conducting root cause analyses, and developing reliability improvement plans. Interaction with suppliers or customers can also be part of your work, especially when addressing quality concerns or verifying compliance with reliability standards. This variety keeps the role dynamic and allows for continuous learning and professional growth.
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Hardware Reliability Engineer

Hardware Reliability Engineer

Waymo

Mountain View, CA • On-site, Remote

$144K - $177K/yr

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Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver-The World's Most Experienced Driver-to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo's fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.

Hardware Engineering is a diverse, innovative, and collaborative group of electrical, mechanical, reliability, software and vehicle engineers. We design, build, and perfect the products which are the eyes and ears of Waymo's autonomous driving technology, and integrate those products into vehicle platforms. We're seeking curious and talented teammates to keep us moving in the right direction.

This role follows a hybrid work schedule and you will report to a Technical Lead.

You will:

  • Perform Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to identify hardware reliability risks early
  • Define reliability requirements and environmental specifications to create comprehensive test plans
  • Independently develop and execute reliability experiments and custom test setups
  • Lead failure analysis and corrective actions to determine root causes for hardware issues
  • Manage technical relationships with vendors and suppliers to execute reliability testing and validation
  • Maintain failure rate models and deliver field reliability reports to communicate technical risks

You have:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or Physics
  • 5+ years of experience in reliability and quality analysis, including FMEA, Weibull analysis, and SPC
  • 5+ years of experience with data analysis and reporting tools such as Python, SQL, JMP, or Tableau
  • Experience independently developing reliability test plans, executing experiments, and performing failure analysis
  • Knowledge of the mechanics of materials and physics of failure for electronics and sensors
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams to resolve complex hardware reliability and quality issues

We prefer:

  • Experience in automotive or autonomous vehicle reliability testing and standards
  • Product development and launch experience across 2-3 independent product categories
  • High-volume manufacturing reliability experience, like ORT
  • Masters Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Engineering
  • 5-10 years of product design, reliability, and quality experience
  • Prior experience managing vendors and suppliers for electronic components

Occasional travel (1-2 times a quarter) both domestically and internationally

The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo's discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Salary Range
$144,000—$177,000 USD

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