Quality Engineer to ensure product quality, reliability, and compliance from NPI throughout the product lifecycle. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain to maintain high quality standards, drive continuous improvement, and support efficient production of industry-leading technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, procedures, and inspection criteria for products and processes
- Support quality activities across manufacturing, testing, and production operations
- Support quality activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from development to production
- Define and implement quality plans, inspection strategies, and control plans for new products
- Participate in design reviews (DFMEA, PFMEA) to identify risks and drive corrective actions early in the product lifecycle
- Develop and review test plans, validation plans, and qualification requirements
- Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using structured problem-solving tools
- Analyze quality data, yield trends, and defect metrics to identify improvement opportunities
- Conduct and support internal audits, process audits, and compliance reviews
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements
- Review engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, and change notices
- Support supplier quality activities, including incoming inspection, supplier corrective actions, and quality performance monitoring
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality management standards
- Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
- Prepare and maintain quality documentation such as SOPs, work instructions, inspection records, and reports
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field)
- 1-3 years of experience in Quality Engineering within IT, hardware industry
- Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (CAPA, 8D, 5 Whys, SPC, FMEA)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in server, storage, networking, or data center hardware
- Supplier quality or contract manufacturing experience
- Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent quality certification
- Experience with reliability testing or failure analysis
Benefits- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Commuter benefits
- Disability insurance
We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!
