Associate Principal - System & Component Engineer
Core
Ensure quality of integrating embedded systems and key components throughout the product development lifecycle for consumer electronics.
Role type
Associate Principal System & Component Engineer (Quality & Safety)
Builds
Embedded software, applications, and system-level integration in consumer electronics
Domain
Consumer electronics, embedded systems, power systems
Required skills
Embedded systems architecture, Supplier technical evaluation, Quality management systems (ISO 9001/13485), IPC standards, Statistical data analysis, 8D/FMEA/GR&R/SPC/DOE/APQP, Manufacturing process oversight, Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) metrics definition, Risk assessment, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Hands-on expertise with heaters, sensors, batteries/BMS, PCBs, motors, Reliability modeling tools (Weibull analysis), Manufacturing process validation, ISO 9001/13485 auditor certification
Technologies
Embedded software, APIs, Firmware, Power Electronics, Battery Management Systems, PCBs, Motors, Heaters, Wire harnesses
Responsibilities
Evaluate and onboard suppliers for quality alignment, Define end-to-end quality strategies for system integration, Review architecture designs and firmware for quality risks, Establish performance and reliability criteria, Lead technical risk assessment and issue resolution, Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic supplier management
