Product Quality Engineer, Automotive Sensors
Core
Champion product quality and APQP/PPAP for autonomous driving sensor modules (Cameras, Radars, Lidars) from concept through mass production.
Role type
Senior IC Product Quality Engineer (Automotive Sensors)
Builds
Robust, reliable sensor modules for Waymo's autonomous driving technology
Domain
Automotive industry + Autonomous driving sensors
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, DOE, 8D problem-solving, statistical analysis, sensor calibration, EOL test validation, failure analysis, cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
Six Sigma Black Belt, New Product Introduction, Design Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, electronic development processes, data analysis, international contract manufacturer collaboration
Technologies
Optical, RF/mmWave, electro-mechanical sensor assemblies
Responsibilities
Champion quality plans and APQP/PPAP execution; Verify specification compliance and oversee design lifecycle (DFx/FMEA); Partner on sensor characterization, calibration, and EOL test validation; Perform failure analysis and hardware/system debug; Collaborate on standards compliance (IATF 16949, ISO 26262); Manage yield and analyze reliability metrics
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC