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Quality Engineer

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An innovative clean tech manufacturer based in the Bay Area is seeking a Quality Engineer to support the development and implementation of quality systems across high-volume production. This role is critical to ensuring product reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement as the company scales operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the APQP/PPAP process and manage the creation of quality documentation (e.g., PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, PSWS, Material & Process Certifications)
  • Interface with customers to resolve quality concerns and support product qualification
  • Develop and execute reliability test plans in line with customer and internal requirements
  • Support ISO9001, ISO14001, and IATF16949 compliance and documentation
  • Conduct root cause analyses and lead corrective actions to address quality issues
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and implement process improvements
  • Set specifications for IQC, IPQC, and OQC with clear acceptance criteria
  • Support metrology, testing, and data analysis using statistical tools
  • Summarise and report on key quality trends to stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in a quality-focused role within a manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with quality disciplines, including APQP, PPAP, 8d, and Six Sigma
  • Experience working with ISO9001 and IATF16949 standards
  • Hands-on experience with reliability testing, failure analysis, and metrology tools
  • Strong communication and documentation skills
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic setting

Desirable Experience:

  • Knowledge of GD&T, electrical and mechanical testing methods
  • Exposure to automotive, electronics, or other high-volume manufacturing industries
  • Experience using statistical software for quality analysis (e.g., Minitab, JMP)

Work Environment:

  • Combination of office and production floor work
  • May involve exposure to chemicals, noise, and production machinery (PPE provided)
  • Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs required

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