Supplier Quality Engineer, Energy Storage
Richmond, CA
Operations – Quality /
Full Time /
On-site
About Us
Moxion is a vertically integrated manufacturer of all-electric mobile power and energy storage solutions. We have developed commercial-scale, powerful, silent, and emissions-free mobile battery stations that are designed to replace traditional diesel generators in most applications today. We’re pioneering mobile energy storage technology, leveraging vertical integration and a software-enabled service model to deliver last-mile electrification for our customers and communities. The Moxion team is a passionate group of humans who care about the environment and disrupting the diesel economy. Come build the first distributed utility with us, propelling the biggest energy transformation of our lifetime.
The Role
As Moxion's Supplier Quality Engineer, you will support the Sr. Supplier Quality Engineering Manager in developing world class processes for our supply base to adhere to and respect. You will be responsible for all Battery & Thermal suppliers within Moxion’s manufacturing vendor base and ensure that product is delivered according to design specifications with world class quality. The individual will provide support in areas of documentation and supplier development as well as lead cross-functional initiatives to address any and all concerns related to the quality of our supplied components.
What you'll do:
- Work closely with the Battery & Thermal supplier base (new and existing) to define and drive APQP / PPAP requirements; develop safe launch plan and perform risk assessments
- Support design reviews, incoming inspections, vendor capacity and resource constraints; monitor key quality performance indicators as it relates to our supply base, such as DPPM and NCRs
- Execute Potential Supplier Assessments and participate in sourcing council to provide Quality Management Systems input for all new Battery & Thermal vendors
- Perform proactive and reactive supplier audits to ensure steady supply of the highest quality of parts delivered to Moxion
- Coordinate closely both with design engineering as well as manufacturing teams to ensure suppliers are properly adhering to all change control activities
- Lead resolution of supplier related non-conformances, using A3 or 8D methodology, while ensuring proper containment standards are met and root cause / corrective action data is documented and shared
- Provide qualitative input to supplier performance scorecards to focus on areas of need and partner with vendors that require additional support
- Lead cross functional discussions to investigate and drive issue resolution for high impact customer quality issues and warranty claims
- Other duties as assigned by management
Skills to be successful:
- Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial or equivalent) or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years supplier quality experience in a manufacturing environment working with module and thermal suppliers
- Problem-solving skills supported by structured Root Cause analysis, may include the following: A3, 8D, Triz, Shainin, etc.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and Critical Characteristics
- Knowledge and understanding of the following: ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 quality systems
- Good knowledge base for tooling, manufacturing processes and manufacturing standards across battery and thermal components
- Auditor Experience a plus
- Knowledge of quality and continuous improvement tools
- Proficient computer skills that may include the following applications: Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom or similar applications
- Experience using the following measurement tools including but not limited to gages, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators
$110,000 - $115,000 a year
Pay Equity
Moxion is committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. Compensation displayed is a range. Maximum amounts are reserved for those candidates that exceed all experience and background requirements. We reserve the right to offer compensation based on level of experience. Moxion has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States, which allows us to pay employees competitively and consistently in different geographic markets. The range above reflects the potential base pay within the San Francisco Bay area. If you live outside that region, the range is subject to change.
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within the range provided above. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role.
At Moxion you get
Health, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, PTO, competitive equity & compensation packages, free lunch, coffee, and snacks onsite, free tax advisory services, access to Mountain Hardwear, Columbia, Sorel, & Prana employee stores and discounts, company swag, and parental leave program.
We Value
People are at the core of Moxion’s values. We care about growth for our people and team, and this translates to an open and transparent culture. Moxion believes that diversity is as core to our business as the underlying products and technology we’re developing. Diversity in people leads to diversity of thought and different perspectives to draw from, often resulting in a new or unique way of approaching or solving a problem. Diversity drives innovation.
Moxion is looking for candidates who identify with different races, religions, national origins, age groups, genders, or gender identities, and we don’t discriminate against marital status, physical or mental disability, health or medical conditions, military and veteran status, genetic information, and other classifications that may or may not be protected by law. If you can bring a unique perspective or experience to our company, please apply.
Moxion is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please let our recruiting team know or email HR@moxionpower.com
