Quality Enginner

Responsibilities

Core to Quality

• Investigate manufacturing nonconformances and customer complaints, leading root cause investigations through to closure
• Contain quality issues using structured problem solving methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) and verify applicable corrective actions hold
• Develop quality control plans and tests for mechanical, electrical, and optical subassemblies
• Support supplier quality efforts including running meetings, managing FAI, owning SCARs, and performing DFMEA

Manufacturing Support

• Partner with technicians and engineers on the floor to troubleshoot issues and keep builds on schedule
• Drive continuous improvement (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma) to eliminate recurring yield loss, rework, or downtime
• Implement in-process inspection and SPC monitoring to catch issues at the point of occurrence

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Engineering during NPI efforts to build manufacturability and quality requirements in from the start
• Communicate quality trends, risks, and process changes clearly to engineering, operations, and leadership
• Lead cross-functional teams through quality issues including their containment and reconciliation plans

Requirements

• BS or MS in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering)
• 2+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, efficiently managing conflicting priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Quality System standards such as ISO 9001
• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), process capability indices (SPC), and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA)
• Exceptional problem-solving (8D reports, 5 Whys, etc.) skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Experience with mechanical, optical, and electrical metrology tools and the willingness to perform testing as needed
• Experience with Quickbase, JIRA, Tableau, Oracle, and JMP

Compensation

The compensation bracket for this position is $103,520 - 155,280 (per year). Carbon aims to hire new employees near the midpoint of $129,400 taking into account your experience, work location, certifications, and the unique skills you bring to the role. Carbon also offers to our eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, benefits, and time off programs.