Hardware Quality Lead

About Miovision:

At Miovision, we’re unlocking transportation networks that move you. Our vision and mission is to enable smart, fast, safe communities that simply flow, as we drive the Intelligent Mobility Revolution. Backed by the world’s most advanced traffic AI, Miovision’s innovations in traffic signal planning and operations are making it possible for cities to improve the transportation experience for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

Our values drive us. They’re at the core of everything we do. If they align with yours, proceed through the GREEN light!

• All in to win: We're driven by a winning mindset, approaching every challenge with intensity, clarity, and speed.

• One Miovision: We succeed as one team, uniting diverse talents, building on trust, and putting our shared mission before ego.

• Be better every day: We're committed to continuous growth, staying curious, building mastery, and embracing challenges as learning opportunities.

• Make it happen: We are proactive and results-driven, taking ownership, acting with urgency, and focusing on solutions that deliver real impact.

• Earn the customer: We are deeply customer-centric, focused on earning our customers' partnership every day by delivering exceptional experiences that drive their success.

Position Summary:

Miovision is looking for an exceptional Hardware Quality Lead who is passionate about driving quality activities to ensure best in class hardware solutions. This isn't about sitting in the passenger seat. In this role, you will have the freedom and responsibility to test NPI prototypes, debug and develop solutions for issues , and strengthen the Miovision Quality Management System.

Because the team is small, we value practical problem solving and taking initiative to ensure that we’re building the right product. We celebrate successes and build team dynamics through everyday interactions, lunches, and social events. In the past, we’ve solved puzzles in escape rooms, enjoyed axe throwing, and basked in the sun on the patio

together. If you want to steer real-world impact and help us clear the road for smart city innovation, this is your launchpad.

Please Note : This is an on-site opportunity at our HQ in Kitchener, Ontario .

Objectives and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive electrical, mechanical, and environmental test plans to ensure our hardware thrives in the wild

• Drive continuous improvement activities for Miovision’s Quality Management System

• Debug and identify fixes for issues occurring during production testing

• Support manufacturing team in resolving quality issues on the production line and driving continuous improvement projects

• Monitor and evaluate quality KPIs to identify critical areas of focus and fuel continuous improvement initiatives

• Implement robust quality control processes (like ESS and burn-in testing) to isolate latent defects found in manufacturing before our products ever reach a city intersection

• Partner with suppliers and operations teams to conduct rigorous First Article Inspections (FAI) and guarantee top-tier component reliability

• Ownership and accountability for the sustainability and triage processes for in-life hardware products

• Work closely with Operations and Manufacturing to perform quality analysis on third party parts and triage

Ideal Profile:

• Mastery of Hardware Quality: You have a proven track record of leading hands-on engineering or quality initiatives, taking physical products from early prototype testing through to full-scale production.

• System Expert: You have practical experience implementing improvements to strengthen Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015).

• Technical Education: You possess a technical degree or diploma paired with a solid understanding of electrical systems, mechanical assemblies, or both.

• Diagnostic Intuition: You're an expert at root-cause analysis, electronic debugging, and the sustainability processes required to keep hardware stable throughout its entire lifecycle.

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical capabilities with a methodical, structured approach to resolving complex issues.

• Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality in all deliverables.

• Continuous Learning: A proactive interest in learning new technologies and applying those skills across a wide range of technical applications.

• Bonus Points: If you have experience with test automation systems, environmental test specifications and methodologies, performing incoming quality inspection, or a background working within the traffic or intelligent mobility sectors, you'll fit right in.

This posting is for an actual vacancy.

Your Rewards & Well-being:
We invest in our team with benefits designed for modern life and true work-life balance.

• Comprehensive Coverage: Your well-being is covered from day one with comprehensive health benefits, 24/7 virtual healthcare access, and dedicated wellness programs.

• Financial Future: Build for tomorrow with our RRSP/401K Matching Plan and share in the company's success through our Variable Incentive Plan.

• Time to Recharge: Truly unplug with our unique Mio-Days and flexible vacation policy.

• Work & Life Support: We support you with flexible work options, an internet subsidy, a remote work allowance, and enhanced leave for new parents.

Sound like your next adventure? Apply now and let's start building together!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please indicate if you require accommodation on your application, and our team will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Miovision may use artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in the hiring process for tasks such as helping to identify qualified candidates, taking meeting notes, creating summaries, and streamlining administrative work. These tools are one of several factors considered in the hiring process and do not replace human judgement. We do not use AI to make any final hiring or interview decisions.

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