Senior Quality Engineer - Electrical (Global)

Zero Motorcycles Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Leadership opportunities

Innovative work environment

Job summary

A leading electric motorcycle manufacturer is looking for a Senior Quality Engineer - Electrical to ensure quality and reliability in electrical systems. This full-time role requires technical leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. Candidates need a degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in quality engineering. The position is based in Noord-Holland, Netherlands, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field required.
• 5+ years in quality engineering, product development, or reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality initiatives for electrical systems across product lifecycle.
• Analyze quality data and warranty trends to identify risks.
• Mentor junior engineers on electrical quality best practices.

Skills

Expertise in electrical systems and diagnostics

Leadership in cross-functional resolution

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

5+ years of experience in quality engineering

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer - Electrical (Global)

Senior Quality Engineer - Electrical (Global) role at Zero Motorcycles Inc.

Overview

Zero Motorcycles is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer (Electrical) to strengthen electrical quality and reliability across product development, production, and customer operations. This role provides technical leadership in ensuring the quality of electrical systems, supporting both production partners and powertrain customers.

Location: Noord-Scharwoude, Netherlands. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position, reporting to the Sr. Director, Quality Engineering. Occasional travel (2-3 days) within Europe is expected, with potential trips to the United States and other global manufacturing sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality initiatives for electrical systems (battery packs, BMS, chargers, controllers, wiring harnesses) across product lifecycle stages.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by reviewing validation results, engineering changes, and production readiness.
• Resolve electrical quality issues affecting production and powertrain customers using structured problem-solving (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa, etc.).
• Collaborate with engineering teams to embed reliability and safety requirements into new designs.
• Partner with production partners to ensure containment, corrective actions, and continuous improvement are implemented effectively.
• Monitor and analyze quality data, warranty trends, and field reports to identify systemic risks.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and global quality forums.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in electrical quality.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, product development, or reliability within automotive, EV, aerospace, or related industries.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong expertise in electrical systems and diagnostics, including high-voltage safety standards.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional resolution of complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001; IATF 16949 knowledge is a plus.
• Skilled in structured problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Fluent in English; Dutch, German, or French is a plus.
• Driving licenses A and B required.

Additional Requirements

• Hands-on and practical with the ability to work on or around vehicles and production equipment.
• Driving licenses A and B required.
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Inclusive and open-door culture with driven, fun colleagues.
• Dynamic, innovative environment leading the EV revolution.

About Zero Motorcycles

Zero Motorcycles is a leader in electric motorcycles and powertrains, committed to environmental benefits and cutting-edge technology. The company operates globally with a diverse, multicultural team spanning multiple countries.