Full-Time
Quality Engineer
Hardware & Services
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EVgo
201-500 employees
Operates fast charging stations for EVs
Compensation Overview
$125k - $135k/yr
Senior
El Segundo, CA, USA
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- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, quality Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in EVSE, power electronics, or a related industry.
- Strong understanding of quality tools and methodologies (8D, FMEA, SPC, etc.).
- Experience with supplier quality management, construction quality, and audit processes.
- Familiarity with reliability engineering principles and root cause analysis techniques.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management software.
- Strong knowledge of statistical analysis methods and tools (e.g., Minitab, ReliaSoft).
- Familiarity with industry standards such as IEC 61851, UL 2202, and other EVSE-specific requirements.
- Hands-on experience with failure analysis techniques and root cause investigation processes.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management System (QMS) processes in alignment with industry standards.
- Hand on experience with APQP and PPAP processes.
- Create and execute quality plans, including inspection and test plans, for EVSE products and construction projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Supply Chain, Construction, and Field Service) to establish quality requirements and resolve quality issues.
- Monitor and analyze field data to identify trends, failure modes, and areas for improvement, working closely with suppliers and Field Service teams to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Support root cause analysis (RCA) and 8D problem-solving processes for field failures.
- Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections of EVSE components and systems to ensure product compliance with specifications, drawings, and applicable standards.
- Collaborate with suppliers to establish quality standards and ensure their adherence by performing supplier audits and assessments, verifying process controls, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and track supplier corrective actions to closure.
- Oversee construction quality processes to ensure proper installation and commissioning of EVSE chargers.
- Work with contractors and site managers to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Analyze quality data to identify areas for process optimization and defect reduction, leading or participating in kaizen events and other lean initiatives.
- Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the organization.
- Certification in Quality Engineering (CQE) or Six Sigma is a plus
EVgo provides fast charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and operates the largest public fast charging network in the United States, with over 800 stations across 66 markets. The company caters to individual EV owners, commercial businesses, retail locations, and government entities, as well as ride-sharing and autonomous vehicle fleets. EVgo's charging stations are designed to meet the growing demand for convenient and reliable charging options as more consumers and businesses adopt electric vehicles. The company generates revenue by charging users for electricity at its stations and through partnerships with commercial and retail businesses to install charging stations at their locations, often involving revenue-sharing agreements. EVgo's goal is to provide essential infrastructure to support the increasing number of electric vehicles on the road, ensuring high reliability and convenience for its users.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
2010
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- EVgo received a $75 million drawdown from a $1.25 billion loan for expansion.
- Collaboration with Toyota enhances EVgo's market position and customer base.
- Government incentives support EVgo's expansion in rural and underserved areas.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from Tesla's Supercharger network could impact EVgo's market share.
- Technological obsolescence risk from emerging wireless charging technologies.
- Fluctuating electricity prices could affect EVgo's profitability.
What makes EVgo unique
- EVgo operates the largest public fast charging network in the United States.
- EVgo's chargers are compatible with all EV models accepting DC fast charging.
- EVgo partners with commercial and retail businesses for strategic charging station placements.
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Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 10%1 year growth
↑ 11%2 year growth
↑ 11%Toyota has officially launched its first fast-charging station in collaboration with EVgo, marking a major step toward enhancing electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the U.S.
As part of their collaboration, Toyota and EVgo have also introduced a one-year free public charging offer for buyers or lessees of the 2025 Toyota bZ4X.
Toyota and EVgo launch the first of a series of co-branded DC fast-charging stations, as part of its Empact agenda announced in 2023 aiming to bring stations to underserved communities.
EVgo is one of the largest independent charging networks for electric vehicles in the United States.
Needham analysts hosted Paul Dobson, the CFO of EVgo, at the 27th annual Needham Growth Conference, which provided insights into the company's performance and market position.