Staff Engineer, Electrical Devices, Supplier Quality Engineering

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Own all aspects of supplier quality and reliability for Electrical Components (Passive/Standard IC), along with program management of supplier readiness in support of new product development. Work with suppliers, and internal design, hardware, firmware, product quality and reliability engineering teams to ensure electrical components perform to expectations in Sandisk products. Understand and be familiar with supplier manufactory processes such as fabrication, assembly and testing to identify key parameters. Audit supplier QMA and manufacturing processes. Drive supplier resolution of device failures via the 8D method and valid the effectiveness of CAPA. Coordinate with Program Management, Design Engineering, Procurement and Factory for successful program execution with multiple suppliers, making recommendations on supplier selection. Conduct supplier audits, process assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards. Evaluate and score for periodic business reviews. Review supplier process changes notices and plans the appropriate level of qualification activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify & resolve component quality issues and improve MFG process. Lead root cause investigations on supplier quality problems and drive corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with internal engineering, manufacturing and procurement teams. Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier quality. Continuously monitor changes in industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality expectations to drive supplier compliance and performance improvement. REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Electronics, Materials Science or Physis) or a related technical field. Demonstrated ability in Supplier Evaluation and Supplier Quality to assess, qualify, and monitor supplier capabilities and performance. 5 years+ experience in Supplier Quality Management and Quality Management to develop and implement supplier quality plans and standards. Deep knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, 8D, root cause analysis, CAPA). 5 years+ experience in semiconductor, storage, or electronics product engineering and manufacturing environments preferred. Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision-making, and proficiency with quality and statistical analysis software. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, including supply chain partners. Ability to operate independently on-site, manage multiple projects, and travel to supplier locations as needed. Must have strong product experience in Passive and Standard IC components. (IC Design house experience is a plus ) Product Engineering working experience in ASIC, PMIC and memory components is an added advantage. SKILLS: Strong communication skill. ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certification required; Lead Auditor qualification preferred. Fluent in English with strong verbal and written communication skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an English-speaking business environment, supported by extensive professional experience or recognized proficiency test scores. Mandarin language skill is a plus. Familiar with analytical tools such as Power BI Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. 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