Software engineer jobs in Las Vegas, NV

About the role

As an Mechanical Reliability Engineer, focused on Root Cause Analysis, you will be the critical link between our design engineering teams and the fleet operations technicians. You will collaborate daily with technicians on the shop floor and translate diagnostic findings into actionable engineering improvements.

What you'll bring

• Experience level: 5+ years' experience in automotive/robotics/aerospace or similar
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related technical field.
• Wire Harness Expertise: Understands standard repair processes and can actively demonstrate and coach technicians
• RCA Proficiency: Deep understanding and practical application of formal Root Cause Analysis methodologies (i.e. Shainin, 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa diagrams, Fault Tree Analysis)
• Hands-On Aptitude: Strong ability to read complex wiring schematics and use traditional bench tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers).
• You must be comfortable turning wrenches and working directly on vehicles
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of building trust and working seamlessly with both blue-collar technicians and white-collar design engineers
• As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace.
• Harness Manufacturing: Experience with hands on build of electrical wire harnesses
• Functional Safety: Familiarity with strict automotive safety standards like ISO 26262
• Rapid Response Leadership: Experience leading fast-paced teams to solve critical, high-pressure problems
• CAN Network Understanding: Proven, hands-on experience using industry-standard CAN network analysis tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, PCAN) to monitor traffic, inject signals, and diagnose network health