Staff Systems Engineer (X-Ray Source Reliability Expert)

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements.

ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change.

We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology.

We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

To strengthen the ZEISS team located in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Dublin, California, we are seeking a Product Quality and Reliability Engineer to focus on improving the reliability and quality of our X-Ray Source (ZXR-1) products.

This role is critical in ensuring the reliability of the X-Ray Source, both in production and in the field, by analyzing data, identifying trends, and implementing improvements.

The ideal candidate will be a driven self-starter with strong analytical skills, hands-on troubleshooting expertise, and the ability to build statistical models to correlate manufacturing processes with field performance.

This position will require occasional travel, including international travel, to collaborate with our extended manufacturing network and potentially analyze issues at other facilities.

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Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

Reliability and Quality Analysis


* Conduct thorough assessments of the X-Ray Source's reliability to identify areas for improvement.


* Build and maintain statistical models (e.g., Weibull analysis) to evaluate system-level reliability and performance trends.


* Develop closed-loop statistical models to correlate design, manufacturing, and field performance for improved product quality and reliability.

Data-Driven Improvements


* Analyze production and field data to identify trends, failure modes, and opportunities for improvement.


* Design and execute optimized experiments (DOE) to test hypotheses and validate reliability improvements.


* Implement strategies to enhance the X-Ray Source's performance, reduce failures, and extend operational lifetime.

Hands-On Troubleshooting


* Work directly with mechanical, electromechanical, and electrical systems to diagnose and resolve issues.


* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address reliability concerns and implement corrective actions.

Collaboration and Influence


* Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and field service teams to drive quality and reliability improvements.


* Act as a subject matter expert, providing training and guidance to internal stakeholders.


* Influence diverse teams to adopt best pract...