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Reliability Engineer (FMEA Engineer) Location: Rocester, Staffordshire
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Working Pattern: Onsite, 5 days per week

We are seeking an experience engineer to lead and conduct risk assessment, reliability and product FMEA tasks to ensure the reliability and safety of machine / vehicle system products. You will need to have an analytical mind set and be very good at problem solving and have a strong track record of conducting FMEA analysis on complex electromechanical systems.

You will be working on industry-leading machinery for the construction and agricultural sectors. This role is open to candidates from Engineer to Senior Engineer level and offers an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing design and development lifecycle of our clients complex electromechanical machines and vehicles.

Key Responsibilities – Risk / Reliability Engineer

* Conducting detailed FMEA analyses on vehicle systems and components to identify potential failure modes, their causes, and effects.

* Performing comprehensive risk assessments to evaluate the severity, occurrence, and detection of potential failures.

* Utilising 8D problem-solving methodology to identify, analyse, and resolve system issues.

* Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.

* Leading and facilitating FMEA workshops and meetings, ensuring active participation and contribution from all relevant stakeholders.

* Document and maintain FMEA reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.

* Provide technical guidance and support to engineering teams in the identification and resolution of system issues.

* Continuously monitoring and reviewing FMEA processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

* Stay updated with the latest advancements in FMEA methodologies, risk assessment techniques, and problem-solving strategies.

Key Requirements - Risk / Reliability Engineer

* A degree or equivalent in Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.

* Proven experience in conducting FMEA analyses and risk assessments on complex products and systems within a relevant industry (machinery, automotive, aerospace, etc)

* Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

* Excellent experience in 8D problem-solving methodology & experience in FMEA software tools and methodologies.

* Practical engineering aptitude – hands-on with problem solving and fault finding.

* Good whole vehicle / machine systems appreciation (mechanical, electrical, electronic etc)

Others (beneficial): - Risk / Reliability Engineer

* Knowledge of safety critical control systems – e.g. autonomous systems, ADAS, electric vehicle / hybrid powertrain systems could be an advantage

* Experience working with electrical and electronic systems in off-highway, automotive, or heavy machinery is preferred.

The role would be based onsite in Rocester, Staffordshire (not remote) and is commutable from Stoke on Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Stafford and Burton