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How much does a Lead Reliability Engineer make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Lead Reliability Engineer in the United States is $79 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $73 and $85. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Lead Reliability Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lead Reliability Engineer Salary $68 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lead Reliability Engineer Salary $73 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lead Reliability Engineer Salary $79 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lead Reliability Engineer Salary $85 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lead Reliability Engineer Salary $91 US March 26, 2024
25% $73 10% $68 90% $91 75% $85 $79 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Lead Reliability Engineer develops the methods and measures utilized for reliability analysis based on product specifications, tolerances, or operating standards. Analyzes and evaluates the reliability of products, equipment, components, and processes using engineering methodologies and tools. Being a Lead Reliability Engineer oversees testing activities and reviews results. Utilizes analysis techniques like FMEA, fault tree, and root cause analysis to identify problems. In addition, Lead Reliability Engineer creates risk-based failure mitigation plans. Proposes new or revised product designs, manufacturing processes and testing specifications that utilize best practices and will increase reliability. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to an engineering manager. Being a Lead Reliability Engineer works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Working as a Lead Reliability Engineer typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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