ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Quality Engineer at Amphenol NovaSensor, you will play a key role in shaping product qualityfrom concept through customer delivery. You will implement best-in-class quality practices across product development and high-volume manufacturing, helping ensure the reliability, performance, and manufacturability of our MEMS sensor products.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers while making a visible impact on products used in critical applications worldwide.
WHAT YOU WILL DO- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
- Plan and conduct internal audits and support external customer and certification audits as required
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for internal non-conformances, supplier issues, and customer complaints end-to-end using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys).
- Monitor and improve manufacturing and test processes using quality data, SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma tools to drive continuous improvement and waste reduction.
- Lead quality planning for new product introductions and engineering changes, including APQP and PPAP activities.
- Manage supplier quality performance, including supplier audits, incoming material qualification, and review of supplier quality documentation.
- Create and maintain quality documentation, metrics, and reports, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.
WHAT YOU BRING ALONG- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field); advanced degrees are a plus.
- Experience or understanding of IC and/or MEMS processes and assembly; Work experience in a semiconductor manufacturing company is a plus.
- Knowledge of electrical fundamentals and electronic components; experience with pressure sensors is a plus.
- Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies, including 5-Why, 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and APQP.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications (GD&T) and use standard inspection and measurement equipment; strong computer and data analysis skills (e.g., Minitab, JMP, Microsoft Office).
- Exceptional attention to detail, proven strong analytical, problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset; quality or Six Sigma certifications (e.g., ASQ CQE, Green/Black Belt) are preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to collaborate across departments and with external parties (suppliers, customers, auditors).
WHERE YOU WILL WORKOn-site in Fremont, CA
What We Offer- Competitive salary
- 401(k)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Health insurance and wellness programs
- Professional onboarding and training opportunities
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
