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Quality Engineer

$90k - $110k

Jobot

QE with strong electronics manufacturing expertise / Great pay + benefits

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christine McNamara
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Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer with strong experience in electronics manufacturing to support quality systems, product reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will play a key role in driving defect reduction, supporting new product introductions (NPI), and ensuring compliance with customer and industry standards.

Why join us?
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401k with match
  • Generous PTO + sick leave
  • Exponential growth opportunities

Job Details

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes and procedures within an electronics manufacturing environment
  • Support SMT/PCBA production lines, including soldering processes, inspection standards, and assembly quality
  • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) using tools such as 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Whys
  • Partner with engineering, operations, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement
  • Monitor and analyze key quality metrics (FPY, DPPM, scrap, rework) and implement improvement initiatives
  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts to ensure quality standards are built into processes from the start
  • Conduct internal audits and support external/customer audits as needed
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001), and customer-specific requirements
  • Review and approve first article inspections (FAI), control plans, PFMEAs, and process documentation
  • Collaborate with suppliers on quality issues, including supplier corrective actions and performance tracking
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field) preferred
  • 4+ years of Quality Engineering experience in electronics manufacturing (SMT, PCBA, or EMS)
  • Strong understanding of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
  • Experience with quality tools and methodologies (SPC, FMEA, CAPA, Lean/Six Sigma)
  • Hands-on experience with inspection methods (AOI, X-ray, functional testing)
  • Knowledge of soldering processes, reflow ovens, and PCB assembly
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally
  • Proficiency in quality systems documentation and data analysis
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma certification
  • Experience in regulated industries (medical device, aerospace, defense)
  • Familiarity with ERP/MES quality modules

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