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Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. By blending modern analytics capabilities with business strategy, you will help influence the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development of all employees and offers training and opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.

The CO+I, Datacenter business is looking to fill the role of Manufacturing Quality Engineer in the North and South Carolina region. The CO+I Supply Chain organization is responsible for delivering Datacenter Quality for Microsoft’s cloud business. We have a portfolio of complex, multi-disciplinary suppliers providing infrastructure comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 100 datacenters and 1 million servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support equipment and services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.

With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our Data Center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that make Microsoft a world-class cloud provider. Do you want to empower billions across the world? Come and join us in CO+I and be at the forefront of the action! Come help us build the best Cloud on the planet!

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Responsibilities

The manufacturing quality engineer is responsible for enhancing manufacturing quality by monitoring and improving supplier production processes quality systems and output of the factory. This role involves active engagement with key critical suppliers to ensure they meet our high-quality standards, rigorous production timelines and continuous improvement goals.

• Conduct supplier assessments and production readiness reviews to evaluate capabilities and effectiveness of quality systems.

• Monitor production progress at supplier sites, ensuring adherence to schedules and established quality standards.

• Implement and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supplier quality, delivery, and responsiveness.

• Support equipment qualifications and first pass yield continuous improvement projects within supplier operations, employing frameworks such Kaizen/Lean Action Work Outs.

• Develop and execute risk management plans to identify and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions on part availability.

• Support/facilitate training and development programs for key suppliers on manufacturing quality management practices.

• Collaborate with internal teams to align quality requirements and provide visibility on supplier performance.

• Report on supplier performance, highlight successes, areas of improvement, and risk mitigation strategies.

Other

• Embody our Culture (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values) and Values (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/culture)

Qualifications

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ years of Technical Engineering Experience

• OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years of technical engineering experience

• OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 1+ year(s) of technical engineering experience.

• 3+ years of experience in any combination of the following disciplines: Manufacturing, Quality, Sustaining, Supply Chain, Reliability, or related

Other Requirements:

• These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years experience in Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Reliability, or related organization

• OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Reliability, or related organization.

• Experience in manufacturing quality and supply chain, preferably in a critical environment or electrical equipment sector.

• Manufacturing knowledge, with experience in multiple sectors and industries.

• Knowledge of datacenter industry and experience managing a variety of project delivery methods - ability to lead a project team in defining risk.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage large scale change and influence in a matrixed organization.

• Provide cross-functional communication and produce detailed reports on supplier progress, and equipment quality readiness status.

• Develops positive relationships and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams in manufacturing, Engineering, Sourcing, to implement an effective program and address issues.

Electrical Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $94,300 - $182,600 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $120,900 - $198,600 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 2, 2024.

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Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .