3+ years quality or supplier industrialization experience
Supplier evaluation and management track record
Statistical quality control analysis expertise
Kodiak AI is seeking a Hardware Quality Industrialization Engineer to join its rapidly growing manufacturing team in Mountain View, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality engineering and supplier management, capable of establishing robust quality processes for autonomous vehicle technology
Job Summary
Kodiak Robotics is seeking a founding member to build the quality and supplier management team from the ground up.
The role involves evaluating suppliers, analyzing field returns, and driving root cause analysis to improve product design.
Candidates will work with internal test teams to establish test parameters and ensure compliance with certification requirements.
Matching Summary
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Kodiak AI is seeking a Hardware Quality Industrialization Engineer to join its rapidly growing manufacturing team in Mountain View, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality engineering and supplier management, capable of establishing robust quality processes for autonomous vehicle technology.
Salary
Base: $110,000 - $130,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k), and various wellness perks
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
3+ years Quality or Supplier Industrialization experience
Supplier evaluation and management track record
Statistical quality control analysis expertise
Root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 whys, fishbone)
Experience in Aerospace, Automotive or Autonomous Vehicles
Nice-to-have
Ability to manage competing priorities
Designing and building a team from ground up
Collaboration with external manufacturing partners
Key Requirements
Minimum of 3+ years in Quality or Supplier Industrialization
Strong background in supplier evaluation and management
Experience with statistical quality control analysis
Proficiency in problem-solving tools like 8D and 5 Whys
Work Rights
U.S. person status or citizenship may be required depending on export license needs