TheManufacturingSupplier Quality Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring new products transition seamlessly from development/pilot lineintofullscaleproductionwithin an ISO9001cleanroomenvironment. This hybrid role blends Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on APQP, PPAP, risk mitigation, and early supplier engagement. The ideal candidate will drive supplier readiness, process capability, and product quality throughout the entire NPD-to-NPIproductlifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

New Product Development 12; NPI Ownership

• Lead supplier quality and manufacturing readiness activities from concept through product launch.

• Drive APQP deliverables including PFMEA, control plans, process flow diagrams, MSA, and capability studiesto support Product Life Cycle (PLC) readiness.

• Manage PPAP submissions for new components, assemblies, and critical processes.

• Partner with R&D, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensuredesignmanufacturability and robust process controls prior to release.

• Identifyand mitigate risks early using structured tools (DFMEA/PFMEA, risk registers, control plans, etc.).

Hybrid Manufacturing Engineering / Quality Engineering Responsibilities

• Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes and equipment to ensure capability, repeatability, and scalability.

• Support process development, qualification, and validation activities at suppliers and contract manufacturers.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier issues using 8D/4D or similar methodologies.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield, reduce defects, and improve process robustness.

• Support build readiness for engineering builds, pilot runs/lines, and ramp-up phases.

Supplier Quality & Operational Excellence

• Develop and execute supplier audit plans focused on QMS maturity, process capability, and NPI readiness.

• Ensure supplier compliance with quality agreements, specifications, and change control requirements.

• Manage PCNs and ensure proper validation and risk assessment for any supplier-driven changes.

• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and scorecards; lead improvement plans where needed.

• Facilitate technical reviews, supplier meetings, and QBRs to ensure alignment and accountability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure smooth product introduction.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to internal teams and suppliers on manufacturability, quality standards, and process controls.

• Ensure complete documentation of processes, validation results, and quality records throughout the NPI cycle.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering(Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Optics, Physics, or related).

• 710 years of experience in a technology or advanced manufacturing environment.

• 35 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or NPI engineering.

• Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and structured problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Engineeringor related field.

• Experience insemiconductor, capital equipment, or high-precision manufacturing environments.

• Background in metrology or complex electromechanical systems.

• Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt), Quality Auditor certification.

• Strong data analysis, project management, and communication skills.

• Experience supporting remote suppliers and global manufacturing sites.

Job Requirements

• Full-time role based in Milpitas, CA.

• Ability to support global suppliers across time zones.

• Travel 1525%.