Supplier Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and qualify new suppliers and implement comprehensive quality plans
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Review and provide feedback on vendor DFM and inspection plans
• Review first article inspection reports to ensure compliance
• Resolve quality issues through root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Manage quality across diverse part types including injection molding, die casting, stamping, wire harness, and textiles

Requirements

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and industrial engineering principles
• Proven experience with process validation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Expert-level proficiency in GD&T
• Ability to review supplier process plans and drive improvements prior to start of production
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a similar field
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
• Experience with CATIA V6
• Background in robotics or other high-tech industries

About the Company

Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general-purpose humanoid. Our humanoid robot, Figure 02, is designed for commercial tasks and the home. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration.