What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Reliability Engineer position at Grove Technical Resources?
Job Title - Sr Reliability Engineer - Exempt
Number of Positions - 1
Job Location - 195 McDermott Rd, North Haven, Connecticut, United States of America, 06473
Job Start Date - 7/6/26
Job End Date - 7/5/27
Technical Skills Must Have:
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct in-depth root cause analysis using log data in complex robotic system • Passion for continuous improvement in process, troubleshooting techniques and root cause investigation methodology, such as “cause map” • Experience with integrating hardware and software in complex robotic system • Experience with data analysis and trend identification • Excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving and analytical skills • Ability to lead or work effectively with cross-functional teams
Nice To Have:
• Experience with Medical Product verification and FDA guidance • Work experience in highly regulated industries such as medical or military • Experience in developing automation scripts to analyze test data • Familiarity with statistical analysis and modeling techniques • Knowledgeable of Linux OS, Matlab, Python • Ability to work with QA to ensure system integration procedures meet Quality and Regulatory needs • Ability to manage, track and upgrade multiple hardware and software configurations • Ability to collaborate with other engineering disciplines to drive resolution of issues • Experience with product design and improvement initiatives • Knowledge of industry best practices for reliability and performance engineering • Previous experience in triage or issue categorization processes.
Job Description -
Top 3 technical skills that are required for the role:
1. Strong Root Cause & System-Level Problem Solving in Mechatronic or robotic systems
2. Data Analysis & Technical Investigation Skills
3. Cross-Functional Communication & Collaboration
Education Required: BS in engineering (EE, ME, CS, Bio), Years’ Experience Required: 2 for Level II, 4 for Senior
Position Overview
The Reliability Engineer is responsible for ensuring product quality and performance by investigating failures, identifying root causes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and deliver high levels of customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct in-depth failure analyses to determine root causes and contributing factors of product issues
Analyze trends in reported failures and complaints to identify recurring problems and opportunities for improvement
Categorize and prioritize customer complaints to ensure timely and effective investigations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality, manufacturing, and engineering, to gather data and insights for thorough analysis
Partner with product owners and design teams to implement reliability improvements and prevent future failures
Communicate investigation findings, corrective actions, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and customers
Participate in regular team meetings to share insights, align on priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement strategies
Qualifications (optional to include if needed)
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
Experience with failure analysis methodologies (e.g., FMEA, root cause analysis)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.