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ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY                         

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

New Product Introduction (NPI) & Design Quality

• Lead end-to-end quality planning and risk management for new product development, ensuring robust design processes and compliance with quality requirements.
• Develop and execute Design for Quality & Reliability strategies to meet customer expectations and industry standards.
• Drive NUDD risk analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), lessons learned, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) in product development.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance, safety standards, and best industry practices throughout the design lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, program management, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer quality teams to embed quality in all development phases.
• Collaborate with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and supplier quality teams to align quality standards and enhance product reliability.
• Drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to proactively address design-related quality challenges.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

• Utilize 8D, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Lean methodologies to implement systematic process improvements.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and critical quality metrics to track product performance and drive accountability.
• Lead product and gate reviews to validate design robustness and manufacturability.

Customer Focus & Risk Management

• Act as the voice of the customer (VOC) by incorporating feedback into product design and quality enhancements.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address potential failure modes early in the development cycle.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Location: Eden Prairie, MN
• Environnent: Standard office environment; some travel may be necessary    
   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Expertise in DFMEA, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, 8D problem-solving, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive impactful quality improvements.
• Proficiency in PowerSteering, JIRA, Power BI, Smartsheet, SAP, and other program management tools.
   

EXPERIENCE:

• 8-10 years of relevant experience, recognized as an expert in quality management, product development, and program management (including collaboration with external partners).
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or high-tech industries. 

EDUCATION:                                                                                    

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
• Certified Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).

COMPENSATION:                            

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $120,000 to $145,000 per year.   

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan for eligible positions, and a discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
• Company matched 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs  
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status. 

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com 

Applications will be accepted through October 31st, 2025 unless the position is filled prior to this date. The company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.

U.S. work authorization is required for this role. We are unable to offer sponsorship for work visas for this position.