Staff Quality Engineer
Role Description
We are hiring a Quality Engineer to drive continual product and process improvements of our pioneering technology. You will develop quality processes and methodologies and will lead and participate in cross-functional teams, working with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Suppliers and Operations to address and improve quality/reliability and manufacturability issues.
This is a hands-on, individual contributor role with duties focused on the entire product development lifecycle, from early R&D to validation testing, pilot builds and ultimately, SOP/customer deliveries. You will be an integral part of Form Energy’s Quality Team, helping ensure that all products meet customer and company requirements.
What You'll Do
- Work closely with Design/Manufacturing Engineering to develop and document measurement, inspection, and test methods in support of our Control Plans.
- Support change management and execution of process development experiments.
- Regularly review PFMEAs and Control Plans and support updates and revisions.
- Lead/assist in the identification and resolution of manufacturing quality issues.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities with Design/Manufacturing Engineering and external Suppliers.
- Support Statistical Process Control (SPC) activities and use critical thinking to efficiently reduce variation during manufacturing.
- Lead non-conforming material control activities.
What You'll Bring
- 5-10 years of quality systems experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experienced in with SPC, PFMEAs and Control Plans.
- Strong aptitude with electronic test and measurements systems.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Structured problem-solving (8D) and analytical skills, including strong technical skills in statistical tools, Design of Experiments (DOE), Process Capability (Cpk, Ppk), etc.
- Able to work well in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while remaining detail-oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
Where You'll Work
This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing.