Job Description Summary

The Senior Reliability engineer will be an integral part of the central DFR (Design for Reliability) program team within the STO org partnering with GEHC modality engineers, reliability leaders, and external vendors (ASQ, etc.) to support the development and deployment of the standard GEHC DFR methodology applying relevant reliability concepts, processes, standards, and tools. Activities include providing Sub Matter Expertise (SME) in assessing and quantifying tech (reliability) risks in New Product Introduction (NPI) as well as existing IB. Focusing on preventative measures while providing tech support (in areas like root cause analysis, test protocols, FMEAs, V&V, etc.) to product engineers to address recurring quality/reliability failures is key. Creating and managing effective dashboards to show overall DFR status highlighting progress around reliability planning and execution on several key programs/project milestones including technical design reviews will be critical.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze reliability data (field performance data, service costs, complaints data, etc.) to identify quality/reliability trends and explore opportunities for improvement in current IB or in new product designs (NPIs).
• Lead /Participate to support product engineers on RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and FMEA activities to facilitate design analysis and brainstorming of key failure modes. 
• Drive root cause analysis with an emphasis on identifying physics of failure. Develop and execute reliability testing protocols, including accelerated life testing, environmental testing, and stress testing to assure products meet project objectives on time.
• Create reliability test strategies and estimate resources to meet project or product goals.  Guide engineers through creation and execution of reliability plans -especially around new product designs
• Provide troubleshooting and CAPA expertise/assistance for unusual or persistent product problems thru the application of suitable L6S (Lean Six Sigma) tools & methodologies Ensure reliability testing and documentation meet all relevant internal and external standards and is consistent with guidelines for medical devices to assure regulatory compliance (FDA, IEC 60601, etc.)
• Effectively communicate to Quality, Supply chain, and Engineering teams regarding application and use of reliability processes, strategies, and tools.
• Coach and train the next generation of GEHC product engineers on DFR methodology - concepts, processes, standards, and tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM discipline.
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE-ASQ)
• 5 years of reliability engineering experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/process-oriented industry
• Six Sigma black belt certification
• Proficiency in reliability analysis tools and software (e.g., Weibull++, ReliaSoft, etc.), and familiarity with medical device standards (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA regulations).
• Proven ability to develop timely and effective technical solutions for challenging design/engineering problems.
• Subject matter expert in Reliability Engineering concepts and tools
• Working knowledge of product development processes and product qualification steps
• Prior Program or Project management experience (Agile methodology, etc.)
• Ability to create long lasting relationships with stakeholders, building trust through effective communication and strong interpersonal connections. 
• Strong influencing skills to manage change/conflicts/unforeseen events.
• Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.

Desired Characteristics

• Master’s degree in engineering or STEM discipline
• Experience working in a highly regulated industry, preferably with time spent directly in product design, development, certification, testing, verification & validation activities.
• Knowledge of medical device regulations, test standards
• Familiarity with the broad GEHC product portfolio and demonstrated cross-functional and multi-product knowledge. 
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and with global, virtual teams.
• Passion for people development, and willingness to take risks.
• Proven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate & inspire others.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results while working on multiple projects simultaneously, balancing resources, timing, and quality of outcomes.

Additional Information

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