Reliability Engineering Technician

About GridwareGridware is a San Francisco-based technology company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the electrical grid. We pioneered a groundbreaking new class of grid management called active grid response (AGR), focused on monitoring the electrical, physical, and environmental aspects of the grid that affect reliability and safety. Gridware's advanced Active Grid Response platform uses high-precision sensors to detect potential issues early, enabling proactive maintenance and fault mitigation. This comprehensive approach helps improve safety, reduce outages, and ensure the grid operates efficiently. The company is backed by climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors. For more information, please visit the RoleGridware is hiring a Reliability Test Technician to support our growing reliability team. In this role, you will work closely with reliability engineers to build test fixtures, execute tests, document results, and help diagnose product failures.You'll be responsible for setting up and running multiple tests in parallel, keeping work organized, and ensuring reliable, consistent execution. This is a hands-on role requiring both electronics experience (soldering, wiring, PCBA testing) and mechanical fabrication using common shop tools and 3D printers.This role will be 100% onsite with occasional domestic travel (3-6 times per year) to support testing at partner and field locations.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with reliability engineers to develop and execute test plansDesign and build electrical and mechanical test fixtures (soldering, wiring, shop tools, 3D printing)Set up, monitor, and maintain multiple concurrent reliability testsCollect, organize, and document test data, observations, and resultsDiagnose product failures and support root cause investigationsMaintain a clean, organized, and well-documented lab environmentTrack test progress and proactively communicate issues, anomalies, and resultsRequired SkillsHands-on experience with reliability test equipment (e.g., environmental, thermal, and drop test chambers)Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, or a related field4+ years of experience in a reliability lab, test environment, or similar technical roleAbility to work independently, stay organized, and manage multiple concurrent testsStrong communication and collaboration skills across engineering and cross-functional teamsPractical, "get it done" mindset with strong ownership and follow-throughBonus SkillsExperience analyzing test data (e.g., Excel, JMP)Scripting for test automation or data analysisExperience coordinating with external labs or testing partnersExperience working with CMs/ODMs and leveraging their test capabilitiesFamiliarity with reliability test standards and lab equipment vendors$100,000 - $130,000 a yearThis describes the ideal candidate; many of us have picked up this expertise along the way. Even if you meet only part of this list, we encourage you to apply!BenefitsHealth, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered) Paid parental leave Alternating day off (every other Monday)"Off the Grid", a two week per year paid break for all employees. Commuter allowance Company-paid training

Created: 2026-04-02