Production Quality Engineer

By utilizing engineering fundamentals and knowledge from field experience, the Production Quality Engineer I ensures the quality of all Black Diamond Equipment climbing/skiing product and:

• Assists in the creation of testing and Inspection models for analysis of new product development and current production raw materials, materials in process, and finished products.
• Coordinates with inspection resources to ensure necessary inspection and testing of raw materials, materials in process, and finished products for new current production are completed and reviewed in a timely manner.
• During the design and development of new product, conducts statistical and graphical analysis of test data and determines product and component strength ratings while taking into consideration typical use, misuse and abuse scenarios.
• Uses and maintains software and hardware necessary to complete inspection and testing required by production quality control plans.
• Assists in the fabrication and development of test and inspection fixtures for production testing and inspection.
• Collect and record user feedback and provide information to design team in organized way.
• Maintains quality records systems for test, design, and product rating documents.
• Helps to drive investigations, as necessary, as it pertains to current product proposed design changes, material qualifications or manufacturing deviations

Education

Required: Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials Science or similar)

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in one of above with coursework in modern manufacturing methods and controls

Work Experience

Required: Zero to three years engineering experience; Internships or major class work focused on fundamentals of engineering, testing materials & statistical analysis.

Preferred: 2 years post-graduate experience in materials testing, statistical analysis, design and theory of mechanical systems, data acquisition systems, or measurement methods.

Skills and general experience:

Required:

• General knowledge of strength of materials, statistics, data acquisition systems, and failure analysis.
• General database, word processing, 3D modeling, controls software, and spreadsheet knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and procedures.
• Ability to collect and present data, identify trends, and make written & verbal reports on conclusions.
• Experience communicating and collaborating with offsite and remote team members

Must have a working user's knowledge of climbing, backcountry skiing/riding, and/or trail running and hiking as well as the equipment needed and commonly used for each. Required equipment and possess demonstrated ability to field test gear and provide immediate feedback.

Preferred:

All of the above plus:

• Experience with working within an ISO 9001 certified quality management system.
• Proficiency assembling and using test fixtures.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain both mechanical and electronics based testing equipment
• Ability to design test fixtures and relevant test procedures
• possess demonstrated ability to field test gear and provide immediate feedback

Required Licenses: Candidates must be eligible for a passport or other documentation necessary to travel internationally from the United States

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General physical requirements: Light work; occasional Medium to Heavy work. Some overseas travel to OEM factories may be required.

Visual acuity requirements: Close vision, Color Vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to adjust focus.

Motion and sensory requirements: Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, And Talking.

Physical working conditions: Oils, inside atmosphere, Hazards

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible and authorized to continuously improve upon and perform the following functions in accordance with BD's Quality System, Safety and Employee Policy procedures and policies:

1. Perform raw material, work-in-process and final batch tests and inspections and complete investigations into nonconformances with direction from the Quality Engineering Manager

2. Understand, interpret, and accurately document design requirements determined by design teams during new product introduction process.

3. Responsible for assisting in the creation, implementation, and execution of the quality plan.

4. Gather test data, complete analysis of test data with direction from the Quality Engineering Manager. Prepare written reports discussing unusual test results and suggest appropriate actions.

5. Develop and maintain both software and hardware for data acquisition systems for various product testing needs.

6. Develop, fabricate, and maintain test and inspection fixtures and machinery as directed.

7. Maintain a records system for test, design, and inspection documentation.

8. Responsible for helping to maintain Quality test lab, equipment & fixtures in a clean, neat and organized manner.

9. Create and maintain testing instructions, test equipment operating instructions and inspection documentation.

Black Diamond is and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Black Diamond Equipment HR representative.