IC Reliability Engineer
Description For IC Reliability Engineer
NVIDIA, a pioneer in GPU technology and AI computing, is seeking an IC Reliability Engineer to join their team in Santa Clara. This role combines hardware engineering expertise with reliability testing and analysis, making it perfect for engineers passionate about ensuring product quality in cutting-edge technology.
The position involves comprehensive reliability qualification and testing for various packaging components, including GPU/CPU, power modules, and memory ICs. You'll work closely with design and operations teams to create and implement reliability test plans across NVIDIA's diverse product portfolio, spanning Gaming, Automotive, and AI applications.
As an IC Reliability Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and assessing reliability for both electrical and mechanical components, coordinating testing activities, and working with suppliers to ensure third-party component quality. The role requires strong analytical skills for modeling field data and performing structural analysis using FEA tools.
The ideal candidate should have an advanced degree in engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of statistics, reliability mathematics, and failure analysis is essential. You'll need to be self-motivated, independent, and capable of clear communication with senior management.
NVIDIA offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $128,000 to $201,250, plus equity and comprehensive benefits. The company is known for its innovative culture and commitment to pushing technological boundaries. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge products that are shaping the future of AI, gaming, and autonomous vehicles.
Working at NVIDIA means joining a team that has continuously reinvented itself over two decades, from revolutionizing computer graphics to becoming a leader in AI computing. The company values diversity and maintains an inclusive work environment, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to make a significant impact in technology.
Responsibilities For IC Reliability Engineer
- Reliability qualification and testing for various packaging including GPU/CPU, power model, memory IC, wifi module
- Create board and system reliability test plans for various products
- Develop and assess reliability for electrical failures related to high-speed signal
- Develop and assess reliability for mechanical components and thermal cooling technologies
- Coordinate and conduct packaging reliability testing
- Work with suppliers for reliability qualification of third party components
- Model field RMA data compared to testing data
- Perform FEA to assist PCBA and system mechanical structural design
- Analyze and track failure patterns of various interfaces inside packaging
Requirements For IC Reliability Engineer
- MS/Ph.D. in physical engineering, mechanical, materials or electrical engineering
- Minimum of 4 years working experience in reliability engineering
- Knowledge using DfR and FEA tools
- Strong familiarity with statistics and reliability mathematics
- Familiar with electronic packaging, reliability testing and failure analysis
- Familiar with reliability requirements for various IC packages
- Knowledge of failure analysis for electronics products and components
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Quick thinking and good decision making skills
- Good communication skills (written and oral)
Benefits For IC Reliability Engineer
- Competitive salaries
- Equity
- Comprehensive benefits package
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