Product Development Quality Manager (Embedded Systems)

TL;DR

Product Development Quality Manager (Embedded Systems): Ensuring consistent application of process-based and risk-based thinking in R&D organizations with an accent on electronics R&D activities, hardware, PCB design, and embedded systems. Focus on driving corrective actions, structured improvement plans, and ensuring robust risk management practices for rail applications.

Location: Hybrid, in Neckartenzlingen, Germany or Olen, Belgium.

Company

hirify.global is a global company connecting people, information, and ideas to solve complex connectivity challenges and shape the future of digitization.

What you will do

• Ensure consistent application of process-based and risk-based thinking throughout distributed R&D organizations.
• Align R&D quality objectives with business priorities and rail customer requirements.
• Monitor and analyze R&D performance and drive corrective actions and improvement plans.
• Provide quality oversight for electronics R&D, including hardware, PCB design, and embedded systems for rail applications.
• Ensure robust risk management practices (e.g., design FMEA, hazard analysis) are consistently applied.
• Systematically incorporate feedback from production, field performance, and service into R&D improvements.
• Plan and execute internal audits of R&D and engineering interfaces in accordance with ISO 22163 and ISO 9001.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or equivalent, ideally with quality certifications (e.g., IRIS Lead Auditor, ISO 22163/9001).
• 5+ years of experience in R&D and Quality Management within a multi-site, global engineering environment with production interfaces.
• Strong background in design transfer, industrialization, production ramp-up support, and deep understanding of electronics development.
• Expertise in design controls, configuration management, and change management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Fluency in English is required; any other major European language is an advantage.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid and remote work practices where feasible, with flexible working hours.
• Employee stock purchase plan and parental leave benefits.
• Paid leave for volunteer work in your community.
• Multiple and frequent training opportunities, professional talent management, and succession planning.
• Corporate health and well-being initiatives.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.