Bright Machines · 1 day ago
Quality Engineer
Kentucky, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBright Machines is an innovative company focused on transforming the manufacturing industry through intelligent automation and data-driven solutions. The Quality Engineer role involves supporting production and engineering teams to ensure high-quality automated server assembly systems, leveraging data and technical expertise to improve product quality and operational excellence.
ComputerInformation TechnologyMachine LearningRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead quality assurance activities for automated server assembly cells, including inspections, audits, and validation of critical processes
Partner with Engineering to develop and maintain quality plans, test procedures, and acceptance criteria for new and existing automation systems
Conduct root-cause analysis (RCA) for defects, reliability issues, and field service escalations; drive effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Monitor production and field performance data; identify trends, prevent recurrence, and promote continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure component quality, resolve issues, and support incoming inspection requirements
Maintain documentation, including control plans, FMEAs, PFMEAs, process capability studies, and quality reports
Support customer quality requirements and interface with customer teams on audits, reporting, and problem resolution
Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring design-for-quality principles are applied early and effectively
Drive standardization and improvement of quality processes across Bright Machines’ manufacturing and service operations
Uphold Bright Machines’ commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
Strong understanding of quality systems, statistical methods, and problem-solving tools (8D, RCA, FMEA, SPC, DOE)
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and communicate technical information clearly and effectively
Proficient with quality management systems, documentation control, and reporting tools
Preferred
3+ years of experience in quality engineering within manufacturing, automation, electronics, or hardware systems (server or electromechanical experience preferred)
Experience with automated equipment, robotics, or high-mix/low-volume assembly environments is highly desirable
Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or above) is a plus
Company
Bright Machines
Bright Machines brings together flexible factory robots with intelligent software, production data and machine learning.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$437MKey Investors
BlackRockJP Morgan ChaseEclipse Ventures
2024-06-25Series C· $106M
2024-06-25Debt Financing· $20M
2022-10-30Debt Financing· $32M
Leadership Team
Paolo Avagliano
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-08-03
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