Senior Quality Engineer

Senior Quality Engineer (Electronics Manufacturing)

About the Role

We are partnering with a leading global electronics manufacturing organization seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to drive quality excellence across complex PCBA and system-level production environments.

In this high-impact role, you will act as a critical liaison between internal teams, suppliers, and customers—leading data-driven investigations, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring strict adherence to quality standards. A key focus will be supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions from design validation through production ramp.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality management across components and materials, ensuring compliance with internal and customer quality standards
• Conduct supplier qualification, onboarding, and audits (system, process, and product) to assess production readiness
• Own Incoming Quality Control (IQC) processes, including inspection criteria, defect analysis, and material disposition (MRB)
• Drive supplier corrective actions (8D/CAPA), including root cause analysis, containment, and effectiveness validation
• Support real-time production containment activities for supplier-driven quality issues impacting SMT/PCBA lines
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, SMT, QE, PE, Planning, and Program Management teams
• Monitor supplier performance metrics (PPM, defect rates, audit scores) and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Support NPI builds, including supplier readiness, First Article Inspection (FAI), and risk mitigation
• Analyze defect trends and implement preventive actions to improve process capability and reduce repeat issues
• Ensure supplier compliance with ISO standards, customer requirements, and internal quality systems
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits with proper documentation and traceability
• Act as a key escalation point for supplier-related quality issues impacting production
• Lead supplier scorecard development and performance management
• Coordinate rapid resolution of material and component issues affecting manufacturing output

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in quality or manufacturing engineering
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in yield, test, and defect data analysis
• Deep knowledge of SMT, PCBA manufacturing, PIH, testing, and RMA repair processes
• Solid understanding of electronic theory, analog/digital circuits, and system architecture
• Hands-on experience with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards
• Proven ability to lead root cause analysis and cross-functional corrective actions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders internally and externally
• Strong customer-focused mindset, especially in escalation management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NPI programs and production ramp-ups
• Background in semiconductor (silicon) manufacturing or testing environments
• Familiarity with mechanical manufacturing processes
• Certifications such as Six Sigma, Lean, or CQE
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Additional Details

• Compensation: $95,000 — $105,000 annually
• Schedule: Mid-day shift (~12:30 PM — 9:00 PM)
• Location: San Jose, CA

Full Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO. 401K