Senior Quality Engineer

Business Unit: Energy Conversion SolutionsJob SummaryThe Senior Quality Engineer ensures the highest possible reliability and quality of the Manufacturing processes and products. The Senior Quality Engineer will ensure that AMETEK's products and processes meet established quality standards from supply chain to end user by identifying requirements based on customer needs, implementing quality assurance and quality control methods at the points of quality, identifying issues and opportunities, and developing continuous improvement, corrective, and preventive measures. In addition, the Senior Quality Engineer will set up and monitor QMS procedures and processes.This is a cross‑functional role that will frequently interact with management and Customers to provide technical assistance related to product expectations, failure analysis and other quality considerations. This role is also required to demonstrate a heightened sense of urgency in resolving matters related to quality and contribute positively to a fast‑paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesEstablish and incorporate Quality Management System (QMS) procedures and processes per ISO 9001, AS9001, AS5553A and Customer Special Requirements.Work collaboratively with all levels of the organization in AMETEK Programmable Power's goals and objectives.Lead internal audits of other departments for compliance to the QMS. ECO -QA Review/Approval.Champion activities to contribute and drive in the investigation and elimination of internal and external quality problems using applicable problem‑solving techniques for determining Containment, Root Cause and Corrective/Preventive Action solutions along with Verification actions.Participate as required in new product development, perform HALT, analyze data and perform design reviews to create acceptance criteria, specifications and control limits for product, components and manufacturing.Lead reviews, failure analysis and corrective action reports on reliability and technical issues for both field and internal manufacturing issues.Direct efforts of Quality Technicians and other staff as assigned. Support MRB activities.Support Quality issues in production lines.Lead quality improvement projects such as reduction in warranty, scrap and yield improvement.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing or Quality.6 years of experience within quality function within an electronics manufacturing environment.Due to the nature of our programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export‑controlled information and source code.Desired QualificationsAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of employees throughout the organization.Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external customers.Ability to lead and facilitate a group of technical experts in root cause analysis.Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001:2015.Knowledge of product manufacturing, assembly, test, and inspection processes.Capable of using electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DVMs, signal generators, etc.Use quality tools FMEA, Quality Control Plans, SPC, Metrics and Product/Process Capability that ensures quality attainment via process validation.Knowledge of complex circuits, technical circuits and mechanical designs.Ability to work independently or as a team member.Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Power BI and Excel.Experience with ERP systems, Oracle, SAP, and business solution systems such as Sales Force.ASQ Quality Engineer Certified preferred.Experience with power supplies or data acquisition systems is a plus.What's in It for YouCompetitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off.Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance.401(k), plus matching.Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave.Employee referral program.Tuition reimbursement program.Employee assistance program.Exciting, fast‑paced environment where you could make a true impact.Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in both a professional office and an electronics manufacturing environment.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, frequently stands, walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 30 pounds.Location InformationThis role is based in San Diego, California .Additional InformationFor more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please visit .Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 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