Manufacturing Quality Engineer – Electrical Systems & Software

Slate Auto•Warsaw, IN

10d

About The Position

Slate is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Electrical Systems & Software Quality Engineer to ensure the delivery of high-quality software and embedded systems across multiple platforms. The role focuses on quality assurance, testing, business analysis, and Agile project delivery, with collaboration across global and cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced environment and help maintain rigorous quality standards and improve processes and products continuously. Applicants must be authorized to work permanently in the United States. Slate is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Requirements

At least 8 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree, 6 years with a master's degree, or 3 years with a Ph.D.; equivalent experience is also accepted.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and the SDLC.
Proficiency with QA tools such as Jira, YouTrack, and test management platforms.
Experience with cross-platform testing and bug tracking.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Strong stakeholder-management and documentation skills.
High attention to detail and ability to maintain rigorous quality documentation.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and collaborate globally.
Adaptability and willingness to innovate in quality assurance technologies.
Permanent authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level.
PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test suites for software and embedded systems.
Perform functional, regression, user acceptance, and live-environment testing across platforms.
Identify, document, and track bugs using tools such as Jira, and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues.
Analyze system requirements and translate them into detailed test documentation and quality assurance protocols.
Collaborate with developers, designers, business analysts, and other cross-functional teams to ensure product readiness.
Support the implementation of Agile practices and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Evaluate post-release product performance using analytics and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Maintain quality documentation, including FSDs, PRDs, and mock-ups.
Provide training and mentorship to new team members on QA processes and tools.
Minimize risk using appropriate risk-assessment tools and verify the robustness of detection and prevention systems for special characteristics.
Support development and maintenance of FMEAs and control plans.
Support the definition of quality processes and technical standards with development, product management, and manufacturing teams.
Support planning and evaluation of product test drives within quality and approvals of functions and systems.
Provide quality support to technical and manufacturing teams and drive or support daily operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.