Quality Engineer

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII is looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer in Houston, TX. The role involves ensuring the reliability of refurbished GPUs and servers through inspections, testing, and process optimization. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, with at least five years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in electronics or IT hardware. Key responsibilities include developing quality practices, training staff, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of quality methodologies like Six Sigma are essential.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience as a Quality Engineer in electronics or IT hardware.
• Strong understanding of GPU architecture and diagnostic testing.
• Familiarity with ISO standards like ISO 9001.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections on refurbished GPUs and servers to ensure quality.
• Develop SOPs and quality practices for refurbishment.
• Train technicians on quality inspection procedures.

Skills

Quality inspection

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Six Sigma

FMEA

Job description

Quality Assurance Engineer – Location: Houston TX, Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team and ensure the reliability and performance of refurbished GPUs and servers. The role focuses on inspection, testing, process optimization, and compliance to ensure that all products meet industry standards and customer expectations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in hardware testing, failure analysis, and quality improvement within a manufacturing or refurbishment environment. This position is responsible for developing quality practices, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and product documentation. The main objective is to maintain efficient and effective RMA processes while ensuring the product’s high quality is maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Inspection & Testing

• Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections on refurbished GPUs and servers to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Perform functional and performance tests on GPUs and servers, including stress tests, benchmarking, and burn-in testing.
• Utilize diagnostic tools to identify hardware defects, firmware inconsistencies, and compatibility issues.
• Verify proper firmware updates, driver installations, and system configurations during refurbishment.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for refurbishment quality assurance.
• Collaborate with the refurbishment team to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues.
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, 8D, or A3 methodologies to analyze and improve quality processes.
• Monitor and analyze defect rates, root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective actions to reduce failure rates.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ESD handling
• Maintain accurate quality reports, inspection logs, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Participate in CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) processes to address recurring quality issues.

Collaboration & Training

• Train technicians and operators on quality inspection procedures and best practices.
• Work closely with supply chain, engineering, and operations teams to improve refurbishment efficiency and reduce defects.
• Provide feedback to suppliers and vendors regarding component quality issues.

Requirements and Skills

• Knowledgeable in development and maintenance of Control Plans and PFMEA.
• Failure Analysis experience is preferred.
• Strong background in statistical analysis, DOE.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building and maintaining relationships with customer.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Five (5) years plus of working experience as a Quality Engineer, preferably in electronics, IT hardware, or refurbishment.
• Strong understanding of GPU architecture, server hardware, and diagnostic testing.
• Experience with failure analysis, ESD protection, and component-level troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in quality methodologies such as Six Sigma, 8D, and FMEA.
• Familiarity with automated and manual testing tools for hardware validation.
• Knowledge of industry standards (ISO 9001, R2, RoHS, and UL safety certifications).
• Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with cross-functional teams.
• Certifications: Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or IPC certifications.