Etched
AI Hardware
ProductQualityEngineer
“Product Quality Engineer at Etched. Skills: Quality assurance, Supplier quality, Manufacturing operations, Test engineering. Lead quality assurance for suppliers. Establish inspection processes”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure robust quality systems; Own quality assurance for AI hardware builds; Ensure every system leaving the factory meets Etched's standards; Scale line capability; Improve yield; Improve throughput; Reduce defects
Industry & Context.
Resolving systemic issues; Failure analysis; Root-cause investigations; Corrective/preventive actions
Comfortable working on-site at CM factories, Resolving issues in real time
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of experience in quality engineering, supplier quality, or manufacturing quality roles in datacenter hardware, servers, or semiconductor-related systems, Proven track record working with Tier 1 overseas and/or US-based contract manufacturers and/or ODMs, Familiarity with server assembly, burn-in, and system-level test workflows, knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (SPC, FMEA, control plans, DOE), Excellent cross-functional communication ability to drive alignment across engineering, ops, and suppliers, Comfortable working on-site at CM factories and resolving issues in real time
Nice to Have
Background in AI ASIC or high-performance compute hardware, Familiarity with the SMT and DIP process, Experience with L11 rack-level integration and validation, Exposure to thermal/power stress testing and system reliability engineering, Prior experience ramping high-complexity systems from NPI into MP, Engineering background in electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing domains
What You'll Do.
Lead quality assurance for suppliers
Establish inspection processes
Partner with Test Engineering
Drive failure analysis
Track quality metrics
Participate in ECO reviews
Conduct supplier audits
Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations
Champion continuous improvement projects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering; Serve as the bridge between Etched HQ and factory teams; Drive alignment across engineering, ops, and suppliers; Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations to scale line capability
Communication Scope
Excellent cross-functional communication ability
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