Crawford Thomas Recruiting
Quality Engineer (Remote - U.S. Based, International Travel)
Location:
Fully Remote (U.S. Based) Travel:
International travel required 3-4 times per year Compensation:
$80,000 - $120,000 (flexible based on experience) Reports to:
Quality Assurance Director
About the Opportunity
We're seeking a hands-on
Quality Engineer
with strong experience in
electronic components manufacturing -particularly
inductors, surface mount, or power components . This position is a key member of a small, highly technical engineering team responsible for ensuring product and supplier quality across a global supply chain.
The role is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys collaborating across departments, solving complex quality challenges, and traveling internationally to audit and improve supplier performance.
About the Company
Our client is a
globally operating designer and manufacturer of high-performance passive electronic components , specializing in
surface-mount, power, and precision resistive technologies . Their products are integral to applications across
industrial, automotive, renewable energy, and data infrastructure
markets. With ISO-certified facilities and a reputation for technical excellence, they maintain a strong global supply chain focused on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead supplier quality audits and assessments (ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 compliance).
Develop and implement supplier Quality Control Plans and procedures.
Drive corrective and preventive actions (8D, root cause analysis).
Support continuous improvement and supplier development initiatives.
Conduct statistical process control (SPC) analysis, including CPK and control charting.
Lead supplier performance evaluations using quantitative and qualitative metrics.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, and production teams.
Support new supplier qualification, onboarding, and training.
Manage PCN/ECN processes and ensure compliance with RoHS, REACH, and other standards.
Coordinate with global quality teams to manage improvement programs and customer issues. Qualifications
Required:
Technical background in Electrical, Electronics, or related engineering discipline.
5+ years of experience in
quality assurance
within
electronic components manufacturing .
In-depth knowledge of
inductors, power components, or surface mount technologies .
Expertise in
ISO 9001 / IATF 16949
standards, quality tools, and auditing.
Skilled in
SPC ,
8D , and
root cause/corrective action methodologies .
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Ability to travel internationally (approx. 3-4 times per year). Preferred:
Experience with environmental reliability testing (thermal, vibration, humidity).
Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft 365 tools.
Knowledge of FMEA, PCN/ECN management, and compliance testing standards. Why Join
You'll be part of a tight-knit team of engineers making a global impact in power electronics. This is a
remote role with meaningful travel , offering both independence and collaboration in an environment that values technical depth, precision, and initiative.
Location:
Fully Remote (U.S. Based) Travel:
International travel required 3-4 times per year Compensation:
$80,000 - $120,000 (flexible based on experience) Reports to:
Quality Assurance Director
About the Opportunity
We're seeking a hands-on
Quality Engineer
with strong experience in
electronic components manufacturing -particularly
inductors, surface mount, or power components . This position is a key member of a small, highly technical engineering team responsible for ensuring product and supplier quality across a global supply chain.
The role is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys collaborating across departments, solving complex quality challenges, and traveling internationally to audit and improve supplier performance.
About the Company
Our client is a
globally operating designer and manufacturer of high-performance passive electronic components , specializing in
surface-mount, power, and precision resistive technologies . Their products are integral to applications across
industrial, automotive, renewable energy, and data infrastructure
markets. With ISO-certified facilities and a reputation for technical excellence, they maintain a strong global supply chain focused on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead supplier quality audits and assessments (ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 compliance).
Develop and implement supplier Quality Control Plans and procedures.
Drive corrective and preventive actions (8D, root cause analysis).
Support continuous improvement and supplier development initiatives.
Conduct statistical process control (SPC) analysis, including CPK and control charting.
Lead supplier performance evaluations using quantitative and qualitative metrics.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, and production teams.
Support new supplier qualification, onboarding, and training.
Manage PCN/ECN processes and ensure compliance with RoHS, REACH, and other standards.
Coordinate with global quality teams to manage improvement programs and customer issues. Qualifications
Required:
Technical background in Electrical, Electronics, or related engineering discipline.
5+ years of experience in
quality assurance
within
electronic components manufacturing .
In-depth knowledge of
inductors, power components, or surface mount technologies .
Expertise in
ISO 9001 / IATF 16949
standards, quality tools, and auditing.
Skilled in
SPC ,
8D , and
root cause/corrective action methodologies .
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Ability to travel internationally (approx. 3-4 times per year). Preferred:
Experience with environmental reliability testing (thermal, vibration, humidity).
Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft 365 tools.
Knowledge of FMEA, PCN/ECN management, and compliance testing standards. Why Join
You'll be part of a tight-knit team of engineers making a global impact in power electronics. This is a
remote role with meaningful travel , offering both independence and collaboration in an environment that values technical depth, precision, and initiative.