ZT Systems · 3 days ago
Principal Metrology & Measurement Engineer
Secaucus, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$141K/yr - $188K/yr
15+ years expZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, is looking for a Principal Metrology & Measurement Engineer to lead their metrology-driven inspection and data analytics function for hyperscale server and rack integration. The role involves designing and operationalizing an IQC lab, establishing advanced measurement systems, and building a technical team for validating components against specifications before production.
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Responsibilities
Lead or contribute to transformation initiatives, helping set new standards for how ZT approaches manufacturing risk analysis, quality, and continuous improvement
Define and implement new systems, processes, or frameworks that support the smart factory vision, including automation, metrology, advanced inspection and testing, and predictive analytics
Leverage deep, data-rich environments and tools to generate insights that improve yield, reliability, and throughput
Collaborate across design, quality, manufacturing, test, and supplier engineering to drive solutions that integrate seamlessly into production
Apply advanced statistical and analytical methods to identify, quantify, and control risk in complex manufacturing environments
Translate DFM and PFMEA outputs into actionable process controls, ensuring proactive prevention of variation rather than reactive correction
Define and implement the Incoming Quality Lab framework, including inspection methods, equipment strategy, calibration systems, and SOPs
Select, qualify, and maintain advanced metrology and test systems (CMM/OMM, cable and signal integrity analyzers etc)
Recruit, train, and develop engineers and inspectors, building expertise across mechanical and electrical domains
Manage calibration programs and maintain compliance with ISO and customer quality standards
Establish and enforce inspection standards and CTQs directly tied to system performance and reliability
Deploy advanced sampling strategies, SPC controls, Cp/Cpk, GR&R, and integrate Minitab/JMP analytics into daily operations
Apply large-scale data analytics to supplier Track-and-Trace datasets, enabling predictive insights and real-time defect containment
Define and maintain dashboards for defect trends, supplier performance, and yield bridges
Collaborate with SQE teams to develop AI-assisted analytics tools linking supplier OQC to factory IQC datasets
Build deep traceability systems and lead supplier trend analysis to facilitate closed-loop corrective action and predictive component analytics
Execute supplier readiness-to-IQC correlation and MSA capability studies; communicate results throughout the supply chain
Drive proactive engagement with suppliers (SQE) and internal manufacturing quality teams (MQE) to ensure supply continuity at scale
Drive defect prevention through structured inspection processes, escalation protocols, and supplier feedback loops (MSA/GR&R correlation capability studies)
Partner with strategic partners and customer engineering to ensure specifications are measurable and inspectable
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Manufacturing Quality to align incoming inspection readiness with production ramps
Present IQC performance, readiness, and improvement actions to executive leadership
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
15+ years in incoming inspection, supplier quality, or metrology leadership in high-volume, high-complexity industries
Demonstrated expertise in statistical and analytical methods such as regression analysis, correlation analysis, DOE, SPC, PFMEA, Gauge R&R, and commonality studies using software tools such as Minitab, JMP, etc
Strong expertise in dimensional measurement (GD&T, CMM), leak/flow validation, and/or electrical signal integrity testing
Experience managing incoming inspection processes within EMS/ODM environments or similarly complex supply chains
Proven success in building and managing inspection labs, including equipment qualification, calibration systems, and documentation
Demonstrated ability to recruit, scale, and lead technical teams
Deep knowledge of SPC, GR&R, ISO/TL9000, and advanced supplier quality methods
Deep & Wide working knowledge and use of SPC tools (Minitab/JMP) and regression/correlation analysis and SPC analytics
Cross-industry backgrounds encouraged (automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, medical devices, telecom, semiconductor equipment, EMS/ODM)
Experience with liquid cooling and/or high-speed interconnects a plus; strong metrology and inspection background required
Six Sigma Green Belt
Preferred
Exposure to or knowledge of AI/ML toolsets for statistical problem solving, predictive analytics, or anomaly detection
Six Sigma Black Belt
MBA or exposure to business, finance or economics is advantageous
Benefits
Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
401(k) retirement savings plan
Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
Parental leave and family care support programs
Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about
Company
ZT Systems
ZT Systems is a manufacturer of computer hardware products for cloud and telecom service providers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Tom Lattin
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