Terabase Energy is hiring its first-ever Director of Quality. As the corporate leader for the quality function, you will design, implement, and oversee a scalable quality management system that spans our full product lifecycle from internal processes to manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and field deployment.
What You'll Do
- Design, implement, and oversee a scalable, ISO-aligned QMS that supports the full lifecycle of our hardware, software, and field deployment.
- Establish and maintain company-wide standards for process documentation, version control, work instructions, and compliance tracking.
- Develop and lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and audit programs, monitoring performance and ensuring corrective actions.
- Build robust processes for materials receiving and inspection at manufacturing and integration sites.
- Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to define in-process checks, quality metrics, and final inspection protocols.
- Monitor yields, defects, and rework rates to drive continuous improvements.
- Collaborate with hardware and software engineering teams to integrate quality into design reviews, prototyping, and validation testing.
- Ensure traceability and documentation of product changes.
- Support the implementation of tools and processes for capturing and addressing field quality issues, warranty claims, and customer feedback.
- Champion a culture of quality across the organization by developing training programs and best practices.
- Define and report on key quality indicators to leadership, providing regular updates and risk assessments.
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years of experience in quality assurance or quality systems roles.
- 5+ years in a leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated experience setting up or significantly scaling a corporate quality function from the ground up.
- Deep knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality standards.
- Experience with quality in hardware manufacturing, electronics, and/or industrial systems.
- Proven track record implementing quality control in supply chain and manufacturing environments.
- Strong cross-functional communication skills and experience working with engineering, product, and operations teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality management, or a related discipline.
Nice to Have
- Experience leading audits and certifications.
- Software quality familiarity.
- Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CQE, Six Sigma).
- Experience in renewable energy, especially solar or utility-scale infrastructure.
- Familiarity with PLM, ERP, and QMS tools (e.g., Arena, NetSuite, MasterControl).
- Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards relevant to electrical and industrial products.
Team & Environment
You will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, manufacturing, field services, and supplier teams. Our culture is a blend of solar industry veterans and new professionals, offering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Benefits & Compensation
- Generous time off and holiday policy with flexible time off.
- Remote flexibility.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Career progression opportunities.
- 401k match.
- Stock options.
- Home office set-up allowance.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role based in Northern California. Terabase Energy has several other offices in the United States and around the world.
Terabase Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities, without discrimination on any protected basis.
