Product Quality Engineer

Employing over 1250 people worldwide, Ei Electronics is headquartered in Shannon, Ireland, occupying a campus where all key manufacturing, R&D and commercial functions are located.

Overseas sales and marketing subsidiaries are located in the UK, Germany, France and the USA.

The Company's success is based on a culture of Quality, Service and Product Innovation over 30 years.

R&D is the lifeblood of Ei Electronics, with sensor technologies at the core of our product advancement.

As a global leader in the industry, Ei Electronics is now at the forefront of emerging Cloud-based "Connected Home" and IOT developments.

Working with one of Irelands leading indigenous electronics companies, provides a wide array of opportunities and possibilities to grow.

The Role Profile

The Product Quality Engineer will serve as a critical interface between the Quality and R&D teams, ensuring that product design—both hardware and software—meets quality standards from concept through launch, while also providing long-term sustaining support.

This role requires strong technical acumen, hands-on engagement with product development, and a proactive approach to risk mitigation and design assurance.

The role also involves supporting Process Quality, Production, Test Engineering, and R&D teams in resolving product-related issues, particularly those involving hardware and firmware functionality and design integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Work closely with R&D to assess and influence product designs for quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Evaluate schematics, PCB layouts, and hardware specifications to identify potential design-related quality risks and ensure robust engineering standards are met.

Lead design risk assessments (e.g., DFMEA) and support root cause analysis for design-related issues.

Support NPI validation and verification strategies.

Support Purchasing team and R&D teams with New Vendor and part approvals processes with a focus on ensuring quality is maintained.

Statistical analysis and reporting of parametric test data.

Support software and hardware testing from a quality perspective.

Provide technical support to Production, Test departments and Process Quality Engineers in resolving product-related issues, ensuring effective communication between R&D and operations.

Ensure traceability and compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Drive continuous improvement in design processes and quality metrics.

Act as a technical quality representative in design reviews and product development meetings.

Support audits and regulatory inspections related to design controls.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electronic, Electrical, Software, or related).

5+ years in a Quality or R&D role within a regulated industry (e.g., medical devices, aerospace, automotive, life safety).

Strong understanding of product development, lifecycle and design controls.

Experience with hardware / software integration and testing.

Familiarity with ISO 9001, or similar standards.

Ability to read and understand electronic schematics and circuit designs.

Experience with FMEA, risk management, and root cause analysis tools.

Knowledge of embedded systems, firmware, or software development.

Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and test data.

How to apply :

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role to

Ei Electronics is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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