Senior Quality Engineer

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Quality Engineer to strengthen our Quality Department. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced start-up environment.

The role involves ensuring product quality, driving process improvements, managing customer and supplier quality issues, implementing quality systems, and working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve manufacturing excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and company quality standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, inspection procedures, and quality documentation.
• Monitor Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) activities.
• Maintain MIS reports and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support effective performance tracking and management decision-making.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve yield, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Analyze quality metrics such as FPY, PPM, rejection rates, and customer complaints.
• Handle customer quality concerns and coordinate timely closure through structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Participate in internal audits, customer audits, supplier audits, and certification audits.
• Collaborate with Production, Process Engineering, Procurement, Stores, and R&D teams to improve product and process quality.
• Support supplier development and supplier quality improvement initiatives.
• Drive implementation and effective use of quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, SPC, 7QC, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, and Pareto Analysis.
• Ensure compliance with inspection standards and product acceptance criteria.
• Train operators and team members on quality systems, standards, and best practices and maintain skill matrix for competency assessment and training needs.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from a quality perspective.
• Maintain quality records, reports, and audit documentation.

Required Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within Electronics Manufacturing.

Required Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of Electronics Manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience in:
• SMT (Surface Mount Technology)
• PCBA Manufacturing
• Electronic Assembly Processes
• Inspection and Testing Processes
• Knowledge of:
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• ISO 9001
• CAPA
• Root Cause Analysis
• FMEA
• SPC
• 8D Methodology
• 5 Why Analysis
• Fishbone Diagram
• Pareto Analysis
• Hands-on experience in using measurement instruments, including:
• Vernier Caliper
• DFT Meter
• Digital Multimeter (DMM)
• Insulation Resistance Tester / Megger
• o LCR Meter
• o Oscilloscope
• • Experience in handling customer complaints and quality investigations.
• • Ability to analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify improvement opportunities.
• • Good knowledge of quality metrics such as FPY, Yield, Rejection Rate, and PPM.
• • Proficiency in MS Excel and quality reporting tools.
• Startup Culture Fit (Must Have)
• We are looking for candidates who:
• • Enjoy working in a startup environment.
• • Are self-driven and proactive.
• • Take ownership of responsibilities and deliver results.
• • Can work with minimal supervision.
• • Are comfortable handling multiple priorities simultaneously.
• • Have a hands-on problem-solving approach.
• • Can adapt quickly to changing business requirements.
• • Are willing to build and improve processes from the ground up.
• • Demonstrate strong accountability and execution skills.
• Preferred Skills
• • Experience in EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) industry.
• • Knowledge of IPC standards.
• • Experience in Supplier Quality Management.
• • Exposure to NPI Quality activities.
• • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies