Quality Engineer II
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Job Location:
Boulder, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 80000 - 90000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who we are:
Were transforming one of the worlds oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the best Inventions of 2024 and Fast Company as one of 2024s Next Big Things in Tech Electra is scaling rapidly and were looking for bold driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If youre ready to make a real impact in a company thats redefining heavy industry for a cleaner smarter world we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
The Quality Engineer II is responsible for assisting the Quality Manager in planning implementation and management of various aspects of the quality management system. This role will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering design and other stakeholders to uphold quality standards drive process improvements and maintain compliance throughout project lifecycles.
Responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with project teams to develop and maintain project quality documentation including quality control plans inspection checklists and inspection test procedures (ITP).
- Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely resolution of quality issues and adherence to project schedules.
- Visit suppliers as appropriate to understand capabilities.
- Operate effectively and safely in a fast-paced startup environment balancing structured quality systems with flexibility to support rapid prototyping scale-up and evolving production needs.
- Review quality-related documentation such as quality control plans procedures and test proper documentation and traceability of quality records including non-conformance reports inspection reports and corrective action reports with vendors and contractors.
- Support Electras transition from pilot to Beta Plant operations by documenting standardizing and scaling inspection methods and quality processes to handle increased throughput.
- Maintain accurate records of all quality activities ensuring traceability and readiness for audits or client reviews.
- Review and provide feedback for drawings with design engineers to ensure parts are inspectable.
- Partner with engineers to design measurement fixtures for inspections.
- Consolidate measurement data to collaborate with engineers for design improvements
- Partner with manufacturing engineers and technicians to validate processes ensure inspection methods are practical for production use and resolve quality issues at the point of manufacture.
- Train and mentor technicians on inspection methods defect identification and proper documentation practices to ensure consistent quality execution on the shop floor.
- Develop and maintain controlled inspection plans checklists and process sheets for technician use ensuring consistency and traceability across production.
- Expand use of quality dashboards to include defect tracking Pareto analysis and real-time visibility tools that provide manufacturing and engineering teams with actionable insights.
- Conduct internal and external audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Other Quality support as necessary to support the Quality team and Electra team members.
- Operate safety around hazardous materials.
What we need you to bring to the team:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Design preferred) or a related technical field
- 2 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within a regulated environment
- Proven experience working with Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001 or IATF
- Strong knowledge of quality management principles and methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute quality plans perform data analysis conduct inspections and manage non-conformance processes
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong communication abilities
- Collaborative mindset with experience working across multidisciplinary teams
- Familiarity with document control systems inspection techniques and testing methodologies
- Certification in quality engineering (e.g. ASQ CQE) is considered an asset
- Develops professional expertise and applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues
- Determines course of action based on guidelines and modifies processes and methods as required
- Works on problems of moderate scope that are varied and routine requiring analysis of multiple factors
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
- Applies learned techniques and contributes to analysis and investigation to solve problems
- Receives minimal instruction on day-to-day work and general guidance on new assignments
- Builds productive internal and external working relationships to resolve mutual problems
- Focuses on providing standard professional advice and creating initial reports and analyses for review by senior team members
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $80000-$90000 and may be more or less depending upon skills experience and education.
Benefits For You:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision telemedicine short-term disability long-term disability and basic life insurance plans
- Reasonable use PTO
- $1800 in annual employer HSA contributions(health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision and telemedicine plans
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future:
- 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
- Eligibility for incentive stock options
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process reach out to us atWerehere to help.
Key Skills
- APQP
- Quality Assurance
- Six Sigma
- ISO 9001
- PPAP
- Minitab
- Root cause Analysis
- ISO 13485
- Quality Systems
- Quality Management
- As9100
- Manufacturing
About Company
Electra has been partnered with renowned lighting, ventilation, wiring accessories, and electrical system manufacturers since 1965. Our manufacturers and suppliers are known for their quality, creativity, and technical excellence. We have a track record of advising, supplying, and ser ... View more
