(ORT-EMEA) Senior Manufacturing Test Engineering

Omron Robotics and Safety Technologies is the research and development hub for Omron's industrial automation business. We make industrial robots from the concept phase to mass production.

Our company tackles a unique selection of technical challenges from developing new electronic control systems to designing mechanical systems and creating software user interfaces for an exceptionally broad spectrum of robots -- including SCARA, articulated robots, parallel link robots and mobile robots -- for the global market.

We are seeking to hire in Barcelona, Spain a Senior Manufacturing Test Engineering 

Senior Manufacturing Test Systems & Supplier Quality Engineer (Remote)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, test systems development, supplier quality, or production support within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing test methodologies, validation processes, and production qualification requirements.
• Proficiency with test equipment, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and automated test systems.
• Experience developing test specifications, test plans, FAT/SAT protocols, validation reports, and manufacturing process documentation.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and methodologies including ISO 9001, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), PFMEA, DFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Experience managing supplier quality activities including audits, corrective actions, process qualifications, PPAP, APQP, and supplier development initiatives.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills utilizing methodologies such as 8D, Fishbone, Pareto Analysis, 5-Why, and Failure Analysis.
• Experience with manufacturing data analysis using tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, Excel, Minitab, JMP, or similar platforms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, supply chain, and supplier organizations.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with the ability to drive projects independently and lead cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of industrial automation, robotics, electromechanical systems, sensors, motion control, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting global manufacturing operations and contract manufacturers is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), ERP, MES, and Quality Management Systems (QMS) is preferred.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CRE), Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or equivalent quality certifications are considered a plus.

  Specific Responsibilities

  • Hands-on role requiring strong technical leadership and active engagement in manufacturing, test systems, and supplier quality activities.
  • Support and/or develop the design, development, deployment, and continuous improvement of manufacturing and service test systems for robotic and electromechanical products.
  • Define and/or support manufacturing test strategies, test coverage requirements, acceptance criteria, and validation methodologies to ensure product quality and reliability.
  • Support and/or develop and maintain manufacturing test specifications, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides.
  • Collaborate with Design Engineering, Systems Engineering, Firmware, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Service teams to ensure products are designed for manufacturability and testability.
  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including prototype builds, pilot builds, production launches, and manufacturing transfers.
  • Lead supplier quality initiatives including supplier assessments, process audits, corrective action management, qualification activities, and continuous improvement projects.
  • Drive root cause investigations for production, field, supplier, and test-related failures, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
  • Analyze manufacturing and supplier quality data to identify trends, improve yields, reduce escapes, and enhance process capability.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs including First Pass Yield (FPY), Defect Rates, Test Coverage, Supplier PPM, Cost of Quality, and Corrective Action Effectiveness.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to manufacturing engineers, technicians, quality engineers, and supplier quality personnel.
  • Partner with contract manufacturers and suppliers to ensure manufacturing readiness, process capability, and quality compliance during production ramps.
  • Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Service Validation Testing, and production qualification activities.
  • Ensure compliance with company quality standards, customer requirements, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Travel as required to supplier locations and manufacturing sites for qualifications, audits, issue resolution, and production support.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing and test system issues across global production sites, with primary support for European manufacturing operations.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, manufacturing efficiency, test effectiveness, and cost reduction.
  • Remain current on industry trends, emerging manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, robotics systems, and quality methodologies.

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  Position Details

  • Position Title: Senior Manufacturing Test Systems & Supplier Quality Engineer
  • Location: Barcelona Spain, with Remote support (Preferred proximity to manufacturing sites in Europe)
  • Travel: Up to 25-40% international travel as needed for support in Europe
  • Reports To: Advance Manufacturing Engineering Manager
  • Primary Support Region: European Manufacturing Factories and Global Contract Manufacturers
  • Preferred Experience: Robotics, Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), Electromechanical Systems, Industrial Automation, Manufacturing Test Systems, Supplier Quality Engineering, and Service Validation Processes

  Recommended Knowledge Areas

  • Manufacturing and Service Test Architecture
  • Design for Testability (DFT)
  • Product Validation and Verification
  • APQP / PPAP Methodologies
  • Process Qualification and Validation
  • Supplier Quality Systems
  • Automation and Robotics Manufacturing
  • Data Analytics and Manufacturing Intelligence
  • Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Management
  • Global Manufacturing Operations and Contract Manufacturing Support

Our Commitment to Employees:
•    Company Culture defined as a fast paced, multi-tasking, team focused empowerment of employees, creative, innovative and open communication type organization.
•    Training and Career Development Program to give employees a learning path with the necessary tools and resources they need to help build their career at Omron.
•    Great financial opportunities with competitive compensation, immediate 401k match with 100% vesting, profit sharing, and Blue Cross Blue Shield for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
•    Community Awareness that includes activities with local non-profit organizations and a Matching Gift Program.
•    Work-Life Balance with Flexible Work Arrangements, Flexible Work Hours, and Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay.
•    Wellness Activities such as Walking Contests, Nutritional Learning Sessions, On Site Flu shots and Health Screenings.

Omron is an equal opportunity employer.