Quality Engineer in Austin

Energy Jobline ZR; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to supplier sites

Domestic and international travel

Job summary

Symbotic in Austin seeks a Quality Engineer with strong supplier and manufacturing quality experience to ensure product reliability from development through production. You will drive quality plans, audits, and data-driven improvements in collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain.

The role requires leading root-cause investigations, partnering across teams, and supporting production readiness while traveling to supplier sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline; related work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of quality engineering experience within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in quality management concepts, tools, and methods (FMEA, DOE, MSA, GRR, 8D).
• Experience with Control Plans, FMEAs, and PPAP or equivalent part approval processes.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and critical control points.
• Familiarity with SPC software such as SAA, Minitab, and JMP; advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication, quantitative, and analytical skills; translate findings into decisions.
• CQE and Six Sigma Black Belt certification; ISO 9001/AS9100 auditor certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier quality activities for assigned suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.
• Serve as primary quality contact for suppliers and contract manufacturers; support issue resolution.
• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support quality planning across the product lifecycle, including new product introduction and production readiness.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using QRRC, 8D, A3, and 5-Why.
• Partner with Engineering and Supply Chain to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Monitor supplier quality performance through metrics and KPIs; drive improvement actions.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and supplier performance.
• Maintain quality documentation and provide updates on supplier performance.
• Mentor less experienced team members as appropriate.
• Travel to supplier and contract manufacturing locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality engineering

Statistical analysis

Root cause analysis

FMEA

DOE

MSA

Control plans

PPAP

Minitab

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline

CQE certification

ISO 9001/AS9100 auditor certification

Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Excel

SAA

Job description

Who we are

With its A.I.-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

What we need

We are seeking multiple levels ofQuality Engineerto support our externalmanufacturingpartners, supplier quality, engineering, andsiteinstallation teamsto ensure the highest standards of quality and field reliability for our system. The ideal candidate willleveragea deep understanding of product applications and environments to strategically apply technical knowledge and methodologies for enhancing product quality. This role involves analyzing field data, subsystem/component defects, and site quality concerns using statistical and reliability methods.

This role is a hybrid role based remotely in Detroit. Selected candidates will be requiredto work onsite for a minimum of two days per week.

What we do

The Quality team ensuresSymboticproducts successfully transition from development into production by partnering cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Test teams. Encompassing product, site, manufacturing, and supplier Quality,theteam focuses on quality planning, defect prevention, and process validation from prototype through production, using product and field data to drive continuous improvement. By embedding strong quality practices early in the product lifecycle, the team helps ensure reliable product launches and consistent system performance.

What you’ll do

• Manage supplier quality activities for assigned suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure compliance withSymboticquality standards and customer requirements.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for suppliers and contract manufacturers, supporting issue resolution and ongoing quality performance.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and reviews to evaluate compliance andidentifyopportunities for improvement.
• Support quality planning activities throughout the product lifecycle, including new product introduction, production readiness, and sustaining operations.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies such as QRRC, 8D, A3, and 5-Why.
• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Monitor supplier quality performance through metrics and KPIs,identifyingtrends and driving improvement actions as needed.
• Support process improvement initiatives focused on enhancing product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and supplier performance.
• Maintain quality documentation and provide regular updates on supplier performance and quality concerns.
• Mentor and support less experienced team members asappropriate.
• Travel to supplier and contract manufacturing locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’sdegree in engineering orrelateddiscipline is.Related work experience isrequired.
• Minimum of3years of quality engineering experiencewithin a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in quality management concepts, tools, and methods (FMEA, DOE, MSA, GRR, 8D, etc.).
• Experience with Control Plans, FMEAs, and PPAP or equivalent part approval processes.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and the ability toidentifycritical control points.
• Familiarity with statistical process control software such as SAA, Minitab, and JMP, along with advanced Excel skills for data organization and analysis.
• Strongcommunicative,quantitativeand analytical skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable business decisions.
• CQE and Six Sigma Black Beltcertification (mustdemonstratedeep core knowledge).
• Certified or previously certified ISO 9001 or AS9100 auditor .

Our Environment

• Up to25% of travel,both domestic and international,may berequired. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
• The employeeis responsible forowning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.

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About Symbotic

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, AI-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-gen technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce the Symbotic platform transforms the flow of goods and the economics of supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

We are a community of innovators, collaborators and pioneers who embrace our , because we know unique perspectives make us stronger and smarter. Every perspective matters. We depend on the collective voices of our employees, customers and community to help guide us as we build a better place to work – for you and the world. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based on , , , ancestry, , , , , , citizenship status, marital status, , , expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $82,000.00 - $126,000.00 however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, , 401K, PTO and/or other benefits.