Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer

About Gridware

Gridware is a San Francisco-based technology company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the electrical grid. We pioneered a groundbreaking new class of grid management called active grid response (AGR), focused on monitoring the electrical, physical, and environmental aspects of the grid that affect reliability and safety. Gridware’s advanced Active Grid Response platform uses high-precision sensors to detect potential issues early, enabling proactive maintenance and fault mitigation. This comprehensive approach helps improve safety, reduce outages, and ensure the grid operates efficiently. The company is backed by climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors. For more information, please visit www.Gridware.io.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to oversee product manufacturing, inspections & tests, process controls, implementation of quality systems, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will analyze production processes, identify defects and out-of-control conditions, and identify opportunities for improvement and track progress to optimize process efficiency and product quality & reliability. 

• Develop and implement product quality assurance and process control methods. 
• Conduct inspections of incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods. 
• Use measurement tools to verify products & processes meet specifications. 
• Identify defects and coordinate corrective actions with production teams while minimizing risks. 
• Ensure compliance with internal & industry requirements, including;
• Gridware Quality Requirements 
• ISO9001 / IATF-16949 
• ESD-S20.20 
• IPC-A-610 
• IPC-TM-650 2.3.25 / 28 
• Analyze quality data and KPIs to identify negative trends and improve manufacturing performance. 
• Document procedures, audit findings, and quality reports for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Provide training to production staff on quality standards and best practices. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve production and quality-related issues

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field. 
• 5+ years of experience in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment, including; 
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) / Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) processes (solder paste printing, pick & place, reflow/wave solder) 
• Final Assembly, Test, & Pack (FATP) 
• In-Circuit Test (ICT) 
• Final Functional Test (FT) 
• Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI) 
• PBCA X-ray 
• Dimensional Analysis tools, including; CMMs, calipers, gage blocks, go/no-go gages, optical comparators, etc. 
• Ongoing Reliability Testing (ORT) 
• Strong knowledge of Industry standards, Six Sigma, and lean manufacturing. 
• Quality tools knowledge, including; 
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) 
• Process Capability (CPK) Analysis 
• Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) 
• Design of Experiments (DOE) 
• Sample size determination (AQL) 
• Root cause analysis, team problem solving, & corrective actions (8D, A3, DMAIC, etc.) 
• Experience with comprehensiveQuality System Assessments / Audits to ISO9001 and/or IATF-16949 
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. 

• Remote work in Arkansas with up to 50% travel up front and taper down overtime 

This describes the ideal candidate; many of us have picked up this expertise along the way. Even if you meet only part of this list, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered) 

Paid parental leave 

Alternating day off (every other Monday)

“Off the Grid”, a two week per year paid break for all employees. 

Commuter allowance 

Company-paid training