Quality Engineer

Job Description

The role is part of the Edgewood Quality team and supports product areas while leading the internal audit team and overseeing the corrective action system.

• Work cross‑functionally with P and T, Manufacturing Engineering, Production and Service to resolve in‑house, customer and supplier quality issues.
• Deploy corrective and preventive action management throughout the supply chain with root cause analysis to safeguard product and customer experience.
• Assist in developing, implementing and maintaining the QMS to ISO 9001, including completing internal audits and supporting external audits.
• Implement first‑time‑through measurements at key manufacturing points, report weekly results and root cause analysis.
• Perform in‑process and final assembly random audits, publish results and conduct feedback sessions for corrective and preventative action.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to design and execute necessary product qualification and validation tests, analysis and follow‑up activities.
• Participate in developing and improving manufacturing processes for existing and new products; coordinate PPAP activities.
• Analyze product performance and report, supported by the Quality Analyst.
• Drive and implement plant‑wide quality system improvements under the direction of the Quality Manager.
• Lead and participate in problem‑solving meetings using approved formal tools (8D, PDCA, etc.).
• Lead PFMEA/Dynamic Control Plan activity and ensure all failure modes in process are identified and addressed.
• Support key quality and management system processes such as NCR, CAPA and ECN.
• Lead training activities on quality‑related procedures.
• Provide functional expertise to other support functions on quality‑related issues.
• Comply with and ensure department compliance with company health, safety and environmental policies.
• Comply with all applicable corporate and regulatory export control and security regulations.

• Education/training – Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent; ASQ‑CQE and/or sufficient education and experience to perform duties).
• ASQ‑Certified Quality Auditor a plus.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified a plus.
• Experience – 3+ years in quality assurance within a high‑technology manufacturing environment.
• Experience in electro‑mechanical systems manufacture preferred.
• Strong capabilities in quality planning and analysis, statistical tools and data analysis.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or higher; ISO 14001 environmental management experience an asset.
• Previous experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment desirable.
• Knowledge/skills – Excellent oral and written communication; strong analytical approach; facilitation of team problem‑solving with interpersonal skills.
• Fluent with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and SAP ERP.
• Experience with management system implementation, process mapping and flowcharting.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

This position may require sensitive security information (SSI) access and vetting via TSA. A U.S. Personal Security Clearance may also be required.

Smiths Detection is a federal contractor and a drug‑free workplace. Applicants may be required to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time thereafter, as permitted by law.

Smiths Detection is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status and disability. Equal Employment Opportunity posters are available upon request.

Compensation ranges from $67,520 to $151,920 per year, variable based on location, skills, job‑related knowledge and experience. Incentive compensation opportunities may include discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k) savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.

We offer excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. Flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, supporting you and your family health, financial and lifestyle needs.

Associate

Full‑time

Quality Assurance

Manufacturing