# Vehicle Reliability, Intern

**Company:** [Nuro](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/nuro)
**Location:** Mountain View, CA, San Jose, CA
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** Electrical Engineering, CAD, Nx, Python, MATLAB, Jmp, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Power Supplies, Daqs, Reliability Testing, Root Cause Analysis, Thermal Cycling, Vibration Testing, Ip Verification
**Posted:** 2026-05-19

> Intern supporting reliability testing and validation of autonomous vehicle hardware systems. Work includes test setup, data analysis, CAD design, failure investigation, and cross-functional troubleshooting. Requires hands-on electrical or electromechanical experience and current enrollment in EE or related program.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Support reliability test planning, setup, execution, and documentation for AV hardware systems, including sensors, compute hardware, and vehicle-integrated components
- Assist with CAD design of sensor integration components, test fixtures, fit-check parts, and related hardware using NX and Teamcenter
- Support prototype development and fabrication of structural and appearance components, testing jigs, fixtures, and fit-check parts using 3D printers and in-house fabrication tools
- Build, modify, and maintain hands-on test setups, prototype assemblies, and validation hardware used for development and reliability testing
- Collect, organize, and analyze test data to support issue investigation, design improvements, and validation decisions
- Support failure investigations by documenting test conditions, hardware observations, and failure results, and assist with structured root-cause analysis
- Contribute to a self-directed research or design project aimed at advancing hardware reliability, testing methods, or validation workflows
- Work closely with mechanical, electrical, systems, and operations teams to troubleshoot issues and improve hardware robustness

## Requirements
- Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Demonstrated hands-on proficiency in the design, assembly, debugging, and testing of electrical or electromechanical systems through prior internships, research, or projects
- Familiarity with lab and prototyping environments, including the development of test setups, fixtures, and the use of electrical fabrication tools
- Competency with bench-level measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and DAQs
- Fundamental knowledge of electrical hardware integration, encompassing power distribution, signal integrity, connectors, and cable harnessing
- Understanding of reliability principles, including environmental stressors, component derating, and common failure modes in complex hardware
- Exposure to validation and reliability testing, such as thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and ingress protection (IP) verification
- Ability to document test methodologies, results, and technical observations in a clear, structured, and actionable manner
- Experience leveraging Python, MATLAB, or JMP for data analysis, automation, or test scripting
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities with strong communication skills and a high degree of technical ownership

## Nice-to-Haves
- Prior internship or co-op experience in electrical, reliability, validation, or hardware engineering
- Hands-on experience with reliability testing, environmental validation, or the development of hardware test platforms
- Familiarity with core hardware reliability concepts, including failure analysis, root-cause investigation, accelerated life testing (ALT), and test-to-failure methodologies
- Knowledge of automotive electrical validation for sensors, ECUs, harnesses, and high-reliability connectors
- Exposure to industry standards such as LV 124, ISO 16750, or JEDEC reliability and validation protocols
- Proven ability to perform structured root-cause analysis and debug complex electrical or system-level hardware failures
- Familiarity with reliability modeling and statistical analysis tools, such as DOE, Weibull analysis, and life data analysis
- Experience evaluating test data to identify degradation trends, intermittent faults, or early-stage hardware reliability risks
- Practical skill in building custom test setups, including fixtures, breakout hardware, and cable harnesses
- Currently pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering field

## Compensation & Benefits
- Reasonably expected base pay: $8000 (for the internship period)

## Similar roles

- [Reliability Engineer](https://hotfix.jobs/jobs/118b8fdb-07a2-4773-8c5e-7ec0a6cb2851) - xAI - Memphis, TN
- [Facilities Infrastructure Engineer](https://hotfix.jobs/jobs/d52523dc-3f17-4634-9e9b-abecb57efac4) - xAI - Memphis, TN
- [Mechanical Engineer](https://hotfix.jobs/jobs/70d6b8dc-1458-4ee4-8d7b-40fe566e8594) - xAI - Memphis, TN
- [Metal Printing Technician](https://hotfix.jobs/jobs/590e6618-849e-4c82-927e-600175bd181b) - Dandy - Indianapolis, IN
- [Mechanical Engineer](https://hotfix.jobs/jobs/71605746-3c52-416d-8007-66b5c7a5cd2f) - Applied Intuition - Sunnyvale, CA - $110k – $200k/yr

**Apply:** https://hotfix.jobs/jobs/7d114820-35a2-4fa0-850f-eaa18e347e1a
**Canonical:** https://hotfix.jobs/jobs/7d114820-35a2-4fa0-850f-eaa18e347e1a