Lead Vehicle Quality & Reliability Engineer

Waymo

Mountain View (CA)

On-site

USD 210,000 - 259,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Equity incentive plan

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Waymo is seeking a senior quality engineering leader in Mountain View to drive vehicle quality across development and production. You will integrate APQP/PPAP, DFMEA, and reliability plans with OEMs, hardware, and manufacturing teams.

Lead 8D problem-solving, data-driven improvement, and lifecycle quality activities while guiding cross-functional partners and ensuring rigorous quality standards. Expect 20% travel, competitive pay, and a strong bonus/equity program.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering.
10+ years in automotive vehicle design engineering focusing on Vehicle Quality.
Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, DOE and 8D problem-solving.
Ability to analyze complex vehicle specifications for compliance during validation and manufacturing.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Lead APQP and PPAP for new vehicle launches and ensure ERS compliance.
Guide DFMEA, design reviews, DFM/DFx to meet quality standards.
Collaborate with OEMs, HW, Vehicle Integration, and Supply Chain to improve quality.
Lead root-cause investigations using 8D, 5-Why, and Ishikawa methods.
Analyze field data and warranty to drive corrective actions for reliability.
Establish quality baselines, PFMEAs, and inspection SOPs for hardware freeze.