Locus Robotics is looking for a Product Quality Engineer to ensure product and supplier quality, perform failure analysis of field returns, and support supplier development and management to address real-world logistics challenges for major global brands.
Requirements
- 5+ years of related technical/engineering experience, with a background in electro-mechanical and electronics assembly processes.
- Strong knowledge in GD&T, mechanical design evaluation, and manufacturing/measurement methods for sheet metal, machining, casting, injection molding, and welding.
- Demonstrated proficiency managing electromechanical assembly contract manufacturers.
- Understanding of SMT, wave solder processes, ICT, Flying Probe, AOI inspection, IPC 600, IPC 610, and IPC 620 is desired.
- Demonstrated proficiency performing PPAP/FAI reviews and approval.
- Team Oriented Problem Solving using globally accepted methodologies such as 8D, CAPA, DMAIC, PDCA, FMEA, DOE, FTA, etc.
- Lean Sigma experience, familiarity with concepts such as 6S, VSM, Kaizen, OEE, standardized work, TAKT Time etc.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for product quality and reliability in design and new product introduction (NPI), including DFMEA and DVT activities.
- Drive design-for-excellence (DfX) improvements and ensure manufacturing readiness for NPI.
- Use problem-solving methodologies to analyze and improve supplier performance, reducing non-conformances.
- Conduct risk-based assessments, certify products/processes, and implement supply chain mitigation controls.
- Partner with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Field Service to identify trends, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
- Enhance data management systems for supplier qualification, performance tracking, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as technical expert for assigned commodities, supporting supplier performance through inspections and first article reviews.
Other
- This is an onsite role (5 days per week) based out of Locus Robotics' Corporate Headquarters in Wilmington, MA.
- The role also includes up to 10% travel to contract manufacturing suppliers throughout New England.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- Proficient English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
