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Staff Design Quality Assurance Engineer

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China
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Undisclosed
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11 Jun 2026
Experience level
Senior
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About Otis Elevator Co.

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AI Summary

Otis is seeking a Staff Design Quality Assurance Engineer in Shanghai, China. This role involves ensuring quality in elevator and escalator design, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement. The position reports to senior management and offers opportunities to impact global projects. Ideal for experienced QA engineers in manufacturing or engineering environments.

Job Complexity

Easy Hard
AI Insight The role requires specialized knowledge in design quality assurance and engineering, likely demanding 5+ years of experience and expertise in regulations and standards, making it challenging.

Salary Analysis

Median
$110,000
US Market
$80,000 – $150,000
AI Insight Salary data was not provided. Based on US market rates for a Staff Design Quality Assurance Engineer in the elevator/escalator industry, the estimated median salary is $110,000 per year. This is competitive for the role and location.

Key Skills

Quality Assurance Design Verification Regulatory Compliance Root Cause Analysis Process Improvement ISO 9001 FMEA Elevator Industry Cross-functional Collaboration Engineering

I am writing to express my interest in the Staff Design Quality Assurance Engineer position at Otis. With over 8 years of experience in quality assurance for complex electromechanical systems, I am confident in my ability to contribute to your team.

My background includes leading design verification and validation, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. I have a proven track record of reducing defects and improving product reliability.

I am particularly drawn to Otis's global impact and commitment to innovation. I am eager to apply my skills to ensure the highest quality in your elevator and escalator products.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can add value to Otis.

Can you describe your experience with design verification and validation in a manufacturing environment?
I have over 5 years of experience in design verification, where I developed test plans, executed tests, and documented results for new product introductions. For example, I led V&V for a new elevator controller, ensuring compliance with safety standards and reducing field failures by 20%.
How do you approach root cause analysis when a quality issue is identified?
I use a systematic approach like 8D or DMAIC. First, I assemble a cross-functional team to define the problem. Then, we use tools like fishbone diagrams and 5 Whys to identify root causes. Finally, we implement corrective actions and verify effectiveness.
How do you ensure compliance with international standards such as ISO 9001?
I stay updated on standard revisions and incorporate requirements into our quality management system. I conduct internal audits, train team members, and ensure documentation is maintained. For example, I led our facility to achieve ISO 9001 certification with zero non-conformances.
Describe a time you improved a process to enhance product quality. What was the outcome?
At my previous job, I noticed high defect rates in a welding process. I introduced a statistical process control system and trained operators. This reduced defects by 30% and saved $50,000 annually in rework costs.
How do you handle conflicting priorities between quality and project deadlines?
I communicate with stakeholders to highlight risks and propose trade-offs. For instance, if a deadline is tight, I might recommend a phased release with additional testing later. I always ensure safety-critical aspects are never compromised.

Date Posted:

2026-04-24

Country:

China

Location:

LOC3344: 7-8/F, Building N1, Fusion New Bund, No. 8, Lane 131, New Bund Avenue, Pudong, Shanghai, China说明/指引: 替换各节标题下的所有斜体文本 请勿在 “职位描述 “框中填写公司介绍或 “平等机会雇主声明”,因为这两部分都会自动嵌入在招聘广告中发布在招聘网站上。 职位名称 职位名称应易于识别、简单明了,并易于被公司以外的人理解,以便应聘者在搜索引擎或其他平台上轻松找到招聘信息。避免使用缩写、首字母缩略词或公司内部术语。 职位概述: 这一段不超过 3-4 句话,应说明该职位的目标、向谁报告以及在组织架构中的位置。其目标是吸引候选人,并作为该职位的 “职位亮点”。您应该清楚地描述岗位的职责,以便那些对奥的斯不熟悉的人可以很容易地理解这个职位的重要性或具有挑战性的职责、发展机会以及他们将与谁一起合作。
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If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day. 

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry’s largest Service portfolio.

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.

Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext! 

Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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