Sr. Reliability Engineer

Pentair•Apex, NC

1d•$95,500 - $177,300•Onsite

About The Position

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions. We have an opportunity for a Senior Reliability Engineer to join our Apex, NC team. You will play a critical role in new product development (NPD), driving reliability engineering activities across all phases of the process. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to set reliability targets, develop and execute test plans, and ensure continuous improvement in product performance and reliability.

Requirements

Proven project management skills for orchestrating complex reliability engineering projects.
Experience with preparing and executing DFMEAs.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams.
Advanced technical aptitude with a deep understanding of product development and reliability processes.
Familiarity with common reliability and environmental test methods.
Deep expertise in analyzing life test data in Weibull++ or equivalent and explaining these results to management.
Effective problem-solving abilities in dynamic testing involving complex interactions and with electromechanical systems and firmware.
Flexibility and adaptability to navigate changing project conditions.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for meticulous record-keeping.
Leadership qualities to drive process improvements and enhance overall reliability efficiency.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
8+ years of experience in reliability engineering, product testing, or related fields, with a track record of leading reliability improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Formal training in reliability engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead reliability engineering tasks throughout all five phases of new product development (NPD), ensuring all deliverables are completed.
Translate corporate warranty goals into hardware failure rate targets, referencing historical data and adjusting for new complexities or improvements.
Define mission profiles using all available resources.
Prepare and execute DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report), engaging with suppliers for qualification data and updating as designs evolve.
Develop and maintain test procedures as needed.
Track test failures and issues, ensuring timely resolution and verification before phase gate reviews.
Build a system-level reliability model to ensure that warranty goals have been met.
Plan and execute field testing, monitor participant feedback, and conclude with surveys to confirm objectives and gather insights.
Monitor early field performance, ensuring targets are met before disengagement, and archive all relevant documentation for future reference.
Drive continuous improvement by reviewing and updating work instructions, incorporating lessons learned, and staying informed about process enhancements.