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Manufacturing Engineer, Reliability

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$105K - $132K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer, Reliability We are growing our Advanced Component Technologies team and ... electrical and environmental stress tests. * Implementation tasks including leading stage-gate ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for intern electrical reliability engineer in Portland, OR is $22.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.38 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intern Electrical Reliability Engineer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectIntern Electrical Reliability EngineerElectrical Engineer
QualificationsEnrolled in or recent graduate of electrical engineering or related programBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in industrial or utility companiesFull-time professional role in design, maintenance, or testing
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with reliability assessments, data collection, and basic troubleshootingDesign, develop, and maintain electrical systems and equipment

The Intern Electrical Reliability Engineer role is an entry-level position focused on gaining practical experience in electrical reliability within industrial or utility environments. In contrast, an Electrical Engineer typically holds a degree and performs more advanced design, analysis, and maintenance tasks. The internship provides foundational exposure, while the full engineer role involves independent project work and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Intern Electrical Reliability Engineer job openings in Portland, OR as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,791 per year, or $23 per hour.
Senior Quality & Reliability Engineering Manager

Senior Quality & Reliability Engineering Manager

MKS Instruments, Inc.

Beaverton, OR • On-site

$135K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:
We are looking for an exceptional Sr. Quality and Reliability Engineering Manager to join our Systems Business Unit in Beaverton, Oregon. This position will lead all quality and reliability initiatives at the site and play a key role in advancing our culture of quality excellence and product performance for our high-power laser-based systems.
MKS Equipment Solutions Business develops Laser-based micro manufacturing systems and component test systems that are used worldwide by manufacturers in the electronics industry to process the materials and components that are an integral part of the electronic devices and systems in use today. We are open to new perspectives and ideas.
You Will Make an Impact By:
  • Define and execute Quality and Reliability Plans for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, ensuring customer expectations and compliance requirements are met.
  • Collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Service, and Marketing to translate customer requirements into effective quality and reliability strategies.
  • Lead reliability engineering activities across the product lifecycle, including DFR/DFMEA, PFMEA, risk assessments, and reliability modeling.
  • Oversee qualification, validation, and life testing strategies, ensuring products meet reliability and durability targets.
  • Drive root cause analysis for systemic failures using structured problem-solving tools (8D, CAPA, FRACAS) and ensure corrective actions are embedded into design and process standards.
  • Own and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with relevant standards (ISO-9001:2015). Lead internal, external and customer audits; ensure timely and effective CAPA execution.
  • Lead cross-functional Quality Improvement Teams (QITs) focused on reducing field failures, improving out-of-box quality, and reducing warranty costs.
  • Support product design reviews with reliability input, including the development of critical component requirements and design robustness reviews.
  • Champion the use of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), DFMEA, and other quality tools throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills You Bring:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Reliability, Mechanical) or a related technical field.
  • 10+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Reliability Engineering leadership or related technical disciplines.
  • Proven success managing QMS programs, audits, and leading quality system improvements.
  • Experience working with high-power industrial lasers, laser-based systems or complex electro-mechanical systems is strongly preferred.
  • Proficient in quality tools such as DFMEA, APQP, 8D, CAPA, and FRACAS.
  • Strong analytical and data visualization skills with expertise in software tools such as ReliaSoft, JMP, MATLAB, Power BI, and/or Python.
  • Effective multitasking and time management skills, with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% to support customer, supplier, and corporate quality initiatives.
  • Preferred Certifications: ASQ certifications (CQM/OE, CRE), Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
  • Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
  • Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
  • Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
  • Must be able to exchange accurate information
  • The ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
  • Operates in a professional office environment
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
  • Noise level in the work environment is usually average

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Pay Range: $135,000.00 - $225,000.00 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].
Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].
MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.
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Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.
MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.
MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com .
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