Quality Engineer NovaSensor Fremont

Job description

WHO WE ARE

At NovaSensor, an Amphenol company, we are pioneers in high accuracy sensing solutions. As a global leader in MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems) technology, we design and manufacture advanced pressure sensors that power critical applications across the medical, automotive, industrial, and consumer markets—whether it's enabling life-saving medical devices, enhancing vehicle safety and efficiency, or ensuring reliability in industrial systems.

We are part of Amphenol, a global leader in advanced interconnect systems, serving diverse markets including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and mobile devices. Amphenol Corporation, a member of the Fortune 500 (NYSE: APH), was established in 1932 and has pioneered innovation in electronics for nearly a century across virtually every end market.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Product Quality Engineer at Amphenol NovaSensor, you will play a key role in shaping product quality from concept through customer delivery. You will implement best-in-class quality practices across product development and high-volume manufacturing, helping ensure the reliability, performance, and manufacturability of our MEMS sensor products. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers while making a visible impact on products used in critical applications worldwide.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Own the investigation of internal non-conformances, supplier issues and customer complaints, coordinate cross-functional activities and communicate outcomes to customers and stakeholders
• Lead the root cause analysis, CAPA implementation end-to-end using structured problem-solving methodologies and verify effectiveness
• Drive hands-on failure analysis in collaboration with the engineering and manufacturing teams, analyze data and document results
• Lead quality planning for new product introductions and engineering changes, including APQP and PPAP activities.
• Manage supplier quality performance, including supplier audits, incoming material qualification, and review of supplier quality documentation.
• Contribute to maintaining and continuously improving the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
• Plan and conduct internal audits and support customer and certification audits as required
• Create and maintain quality documentation, metrics, and reports, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality requirements are met throughout the product lifecycle.

WHAT YOU BRING ALONG

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Material Science, Physics, or related discipline); advanced degree is a plus
• Background in semiconductor manufacturing processes (fabrication, assembly, test) required; Working knowledge of MEMS devices or sensors is a plus
• Proficiency in problem-solving methodologies like 5-Why, 8D, and Fishbone diagrams
• Exceptional attention to detail, proven strong analytical, problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to collaborate across departments and with external parties (suppliers, customers, auditors) and manage multiple projects
• Self-driven to learn quickly and have high impact WHERE YOU WILL WORK On-site in Fremont, CA What we offer
• Competitive salary
• 401(k)
• Health insurance and wellness programs
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional onboarding and training opportunities
• Paid time off
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment