Principal Supply Chain Engineer

About the Role

The Quality Engineer works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams to identify risks, implement quality controls, and drive improvements that enhance product performance and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Quality Support
  • Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection criteria, and process control documentation.
  • Analyze process and product quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
  • Support process validation and qualification activities.
• Problem Solving & Corrective Actions
  • Lead root cause investigations using structured methodologies.
  • Facilitate implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Support containment activities for quality escapes and non-conformances.
  • Drive resolution of recurring quality issues.
• Supplier Quality Support
  • Support supplier qualification and performance monitoring activities.
  • Review supplier quality metrics and assist with supplier corrective actions.
  • Participate in supplier audits and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Work with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to address supplier-related quality concerns.
• Incoming & Outgoing Quality Control
  • Support IQC activities to ensure incoming materials meet specifications.
  • Support OQC inspections and product release processes.
  • Analyze inspection data and identify opportunities for process improvements.
  • Ensure inspection procedures remain current and effective.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Participate in Lean and Six Sigma projects.
  • Conduct statistical analysis and process capability studies.
  • Assist in reducing defects, scrap, rework, and overall quality costs.
  • Support implementation of best practices and standard work.
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
  • Support PFMEA, Control Plan development, and risk assessments.
  • Participate in design reviews and manufacturability assessments.
  • Assist with product validation and launch readiness activities.
• Customer Quality Support
  • Support customer complaint investigations and corrective actions.
  • Analyze warranty and field return data.
  • Assist in preparation for customer audits and quality reviews.

Requirements

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical field.
  • 8+ years of experience in manufacturing quality engineering.
  • Experience in electronics, hardware, high-tech manufacturing, or related industries.
• Technical Skills
  • Working knowledge of: SPC, FMEA, MSA, DOE, Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis, CAPA, and statistical analysis tools.
  • Experience with quality management systems and manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
• Preferred Certifications
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Certain U.S.-based or U.S. customer/client-facing roles may require compliance with applicable requirements, such as immunization, occupational health mandates, and/or drug testing.

Pay

Hiring range in USD from: $102,300 - $209,500 per year. May be eligible for bonus and equity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and AD&D.
• Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child).
• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits.
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match.
• Paid time off:
  • Flexible Vacation for salaried employees (13 days annually for the first three years, 18 days annually thereafter; prorated for part-time employees working 20-34 hours per week).
  • 11 paid holidays.
  • 72 hours of paid sick leave upon hire, refreshing annually with a maximum cap of 112 hours.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Financial planning and group legal services.
• Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner, and pet insurance.