Reliability Lab Engineer

Post Date

Dec 05, 2025

Location

Sunnyvale,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94089
US
Feb 09, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

SJC-1671c344-8966-42a3-9d4e-4849f1b43e28

Pay Rate

$62 - $77 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

The Reliability Engineering Team plays a critical role in ensuring the client's products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. We work closely with cross-functional partners to identify and mitigate risks, develop and execute reliability tests, and analyze data to inform design and process improvements. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality products that exceed user expectations, and we're committed to continuous learning and growth in our pursuit of innovation and excellence in reliability engineering.

Responsibilities:
- Deeply understand DIC, accelerometer, strain gauge and other sophisticated testing methods in order to train and assist technicians
- Design, develop, and implement test fixtures and setups to support REL tests
- Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing and equipment operation.
- Train new personnel on equipment operation
- Troubleshoot equipment issues
- Execute high-impact, high-priority REL Test requests
- Communicate progress, blockages, issues and progress in a timely manner
- Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing and equipment operation.
- Follow documentation for testing and equipment operation
- Set up and operate test equipment, including sensors, strain gauges, and accelerometers.
- Apply sensors and strain gauges to test specimens and ensure accurate data collection.
- Write and maintain accurate records of test results, including data analysis and interpretation.
- Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and resolve problems, being sure to communicate to Lab Manager and Lab Engineer.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize test processes and equipment.
- Track time spent on activities, and report daily

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- 4–5 years of experience in consumer electronic reliability testing
- Proficiency with environmental chambers for heat soak and temperature cycling
- Experience operating controlled drop towers
- Familiarity with high-speed video cameras (e.g., Photron or Phantom brands)
- Skilled in using digital microscopes (e.g., Keyence brand)
- Knowledge of Universal Testing Machines (e.g., Instron brand), including single- and bi-axial testing
- Experience with UV chambers (e.g., Atlas Material Testing)

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Shock towers, such as from Lansmont brand
- Electrodynamic vibration table
- Digital Image Correlation
- Collaborative Robot Arms, such as from Universal Robotic

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.