Quality Control Engineer: IPQC/OQC & Data-Driven

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC; Sugar Land, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available within US

Immigration sponsorships

Generous PTO policy

Job summary

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to support manufacturing operations in Sugar Land, TX. You will oversee IPQC and OQC, analyze data, and drive corrective actions to improve yield and minimize customer returns.

Responsibilities include developing inspection methods, maintaining records, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with ISO 9001/TL 9000 and other quality standards. On-site role with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• 1 year+ experience in optoelectronics, semiconductor, electronics, photonics, or high-volume manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with data analysis software and systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and TL 9000 quality management systems.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, FAI, CAPA, 8D, RCA, SPC, AQL.
• Bilingual in Mandarin is a plus.
• Six Sigma/Lean Sigma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspection and testing of products via IPQC and OQC.
• Develop and improve inspection methods, acceptance criteria and QC procedures.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify root causes.
• Coordinate corrective actions and verify effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with QMS requirements.
• Maintain quality records and documentation.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, R&D.
• Provide training to QC inspectors and production teams.
• Lead quality improvement to reduce defects and returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Mandarin (bonus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

FAI

CAPA

8D

RCA

SPC

AQL

Job description

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC is seeking a Quality Control Engineer to support manufacturing operations in Sugar Land, TX. You will oversee IPQC and OQC, analyze data, and drive corrective actions to improve yield and minimize customer returns.

Responsibilities include developing inspection methods, maintaining records, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with ISO 9001/TL 9000 and other quality standards. On-site role with opportunities for growth.