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Design Assurance Engineer, Professional II


Job Location:

Lincolnshire, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 76640 - 114960
Posted: 14 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Overview:

At Zebra we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customers and partners needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen heard valued and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations their employees and those they serve.

Youll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care aboutlocally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What Were Looking For:

The design assurance team supports Zebras promise of quality to our customers and is responsible for ensuring products meet specifications throughout program phases from components to final product.
  • Working as part of a design team provides all design assurance deliverablesrequiredin thedevelopment process at each phase withhigh levelof coaching including:
  • Evaluation of the materials properties and techniques used in production of Zebrasdevices or solutions
  • Advisingdesign engineering on theselectionapplicationand test of mechanical and/orelectronic components and systems
  • Evaluating design or test methods and statistical process control procedures forachieving required levels of product reliability
  • Determiningreliability requirements of components and systems to achieve companycustomerand any governmental agency reliability objectives
  • Using statistical methods to design reliability and verification test plans
  • Participate in creation and analysis of qualification test plans and results
  • Creating and analyzing designed experiments todeterminemain effects of lowcomplexity device sub-systems to improve designs
  • Using hypothesis testing and other statistical methods to assess the significance of testresults
  • Actively reviewing understand and applying the Market Requirements Document and
  • Engineering Specifications to quantify metrics and acceptance thresholds
  • May or may not be responsible for managing quality and reliability sub teamactivtiestosupport the initiatives of the core development team programmanageror product linemanagement deliverables
  • Communicates proactively with the project team and other stakeholders about progress againstqualification testing and reliability analysis and results. Proactively tracks metrics for the productprior to and following alpha release.
  • Level 2 roles typically focus on a subset of products / devices in Zebras portfolio
  • Typically supports multiple derivative new product or sustaining projects simultaneously
  • With input / oversight from a senior engineer or member of management may makerecommendations for changes in theselectionand application of components and systems todrive improved reliability
  • Demonstrates familiarity with performing design for quality tasks design failure mode effectsanalysis inspection fixture and measurement systems manufacturing validation test buildqualification and correction action of results toappropriate coreteam discipline lead
  • Activelyparticipatein program Risk Assessment and mitigation activities.
  • Assist project team in understanding technical issues and approaches to determining rootcauseand corrective action.
  • Escalates novel issues or concerns about design approach and conformance to standards to asenior level engineer or manager forassistance
  • Analyze and approve Engineering changes to production products
  • Contributes to innovation efforts byparticipatingactively in brainstorming activities andactivelybenchmarking externally with other organizations on best practices in designassurance
  • Provides product qualification or reliability test support over thelife-cycleof the product to supportcost saving initiatives end of life part requalifications second source requalifications or criticaldesign improvements due to field performance or customer escalations.

Qualifications:
Minimum Education:
Bachelors degree in Engineering field (Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineer)
Minimum Work Experience (years):
Minimum 2 years experience in Hardware Engineering &/or Electronics Engineer
Key Skills and Competencies:
  • Analytical skills problem solving skills and excellent communication skills
  • SW operating systems (Python PowerBI Visual Basic MS Office PowerApp and Power Automate) a plus
  • Printed Circuit Boards (PCB)
  • Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA)
  • Analog IC Design
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Integrated Circuits (ICs)
  • Quality Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Statistical Methods
  • Electrical Validation
  • Electrical Components
  • Root Cause Problem Solving
  • Mixed-Signal IC Design
  • IC Failure Analysis
  • Electrical Testing
  • Power Management IC
  • Quality Planning
  • PCB Layout
  • Quality Improvement
  • PCB Development
  • Printed Circuit Board Soldering
  • Printed Circuit Board Design.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position please contact us at

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will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at .

Pay Range:

$76640.00 - $114960.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

In addition to base pay Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive at a target equal to 10% of base pay in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive including healthcare wellness inclusion networks and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days in addition to the traditional insurances compensation parental leave employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location job-related skills knowledge and experience.

Additionally all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota most other roles the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work adaptable hours Summer Flex Fridays Focus Fridays and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

Job Posting Statement:

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @ email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.

AI Technology Statement:

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data see our Zebra Privacy Policy.


Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority