The Junior Reliability Engineer – Valve Systems supports reliability analysis, testing, and data collection activities to ensure the performance, durability, and safety of valve products used in industrial applications. Working under the guidance of senior reliability or quality engineers, this role focuses on identifying potential failure modes, supporting validation efforts, and assisting with the development of reliability plans throughout the product lifecycle. The position provides foundational experience in reliability engineering within a manufacturing environment, with exposure to ASME, API, and ANSI standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in reliability analysis for new and existing valve products, including failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), root cause analysis (RCA), and fault tree analysis (FTA).
Support the planning and execution of reliability and durability tests such as pressure cycling, thermal shock, and leak testing.
Collect and analyze reliability data from testing, field returns, and warranty reports to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Collaborate with design, quality, and manufacturing teams to support design validation and corrective actions.
Contribute to the creation of test reports, reliability documentation, and technical summaries.
Help develop and maintain reliability metrics and dashboards for internal tracking.
Participate in design reviews to provide input on potential reliability risks and mitigation strategies.
Key Focus Areas:
Support for reliability testing and analysis
Data collection and basic statistical interpretation
Cross-functional collaboration in root cause investigations
Entry-level experience with FMEA and validation protocols
Familiarity with valve system components and operation
Technical documentation and report generation
Development of reliability mindset and best practices
Qualifications & Skills:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Reliability engineering coursework or certification is a plus
Experience:
0–2 years of experience in reliability, quality, or test engineering (internship/co-op experience counts)
Technical Skills:
Familiarity with engineering analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or similar statistical software)
Basic understanding of valve systems, mechanical components, and fluid flow principles
Exposure to reliability tools such as FMEA, DFMEA, and test protocols
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and test specifications
Soft Skills:
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Good teamwork and communication abilities
Eagerness to learn and take direction from senior engineers
Analytical thinking and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving