Reliability Test & Failure Analysis Technician
AmperesandReno, NV
Full Time
Posted August 30, 2026
$90k - $134k· Est.
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- Freshness
- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
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- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Solar Energy
- Pay provenance
- Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided
Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on Reliability Test & Failure Analysis Technician to support environmental, mechanical, electrical, and long-duration reliability testing of power electronics assemblies used in Solid State Transformer (SST) systems.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in reliability testing, environmental testing, failure analysis, manufacturing test, electronics laboratories, or related technical operations.
- Experience operating environmental chambers, vibration systems, power supplies, DAQ equipment, and laboratory instrumentation.
- Experience with electronic assemblies, power electronics, or industrial electrical equipment is preferred.
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Working knowledge of thermocouples, temperature monitoring, insulation resistance and leakage-current measurements, electrical safety practices, and reliability test methods including Temperature Cycling, THB (85°C/85% RH), Condensation Testing, Burn-In, HALT/HASS, Vibration Testing, and Reliability Demonstration Testing.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills related to power electronics hardware, test fixtures, instrumentation, and environmental test systems.
- Associate degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, HVAC, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent military or industry experience.
- IPC certification, electrical technician training, or EPA Section 608 certification is a plus.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely move test hardware and fixtures.
- Comfortable working around energized power electronics, environmental chambers, vibration systems, and laboratory equipment while following established safety procedures.
- Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders, and work inside large environmental test chambers when required.
- Willingness to support long-duration testing activities that may occasionally require off-hours monitoring, troubleshooting, or test recovery support.
- Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.
- Reno Pay Range
- $30
- —
- $47 USD
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.
- The benefits outlined below apply exclusively to employees located in the United States.
- Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k retirement savings plan through Empower
- Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays
- Commuter Benefits
- 100% paid maternal leave (12 weeks) and paternal leave (6 weeks)
- Singapore-based employees receive benefits in accordance with local government provisions.
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