Quality Engineer

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy in Jefferson City, MO, as a Quality Assurance Engineer and be part of a team that powers a sustainable energy future. In this role, you'll champion quality across manufacturing processes, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that make a real impact.

This is more than a job-it's a chance to grow your career in a global organization that values innovation, integrity, and inclusion. If you're passionate about quality and thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

• Define and implement quality assurance programs aligned with industry codes and regulations
• Conduct supplier audits and inspections to ensure product conformance
• Lead internal audits and support customer quality initiatives
• Recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency
• Review purchase orders and specifications for quality compliance
• Approve vendor and field quality plans, suggesting improvements where needed
• Provide expert advice on NDT, SPC, metrology, and quality codes
• Investigate technical issues and implement CAPA to prevent recurrence
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years in engineering, manufacturing, or quality roles
• Strong analytical skills with experience in FMEA, FMECA, and reliability testing
• Proficiency in SPC, Six Sigma, Cp/CpK, and Pp/PpK analysis
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Kaizen, DMAIC, RCA, etc.)
• Familiarity with ISO-9001 or QS-9000 standards in a manufacturing setting

• At Hitachi Energy, we live our values of safety, integrity, and innovation every day
• We offer global career development opportunities and support continuous learning
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive team driving real change in the energy industry