Quality Engineer Job Kenosha area,Wisconsin USA,Engineering

Quality Engineer

Location:

US-WI-Kenosha

# Positions: 1 | Category:
Engineering

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Enginerr to join the Kenall Team in Kenosha, WI.

About the Role

We're seeking a detail driven, proactive Quality Engineer to join our team in ensuring that every lighting product we manufacture meets the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving problems, improving processes, and collaborating across engineering, production, and supply chain teams.

Key Responsibilities (What You'll do)

Maintain and improve quality control systems and procedures for lighting products and components
Lead rootcause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities for internal issues, supplier defects, and customer feedback
Conduct product and process audits to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal specifications
Collaborate with design engineering on new product introductions (NPI), ensuring quality requirements are built into designs and manufacturing processes
Analyze production data to identify trends, drive continuous improvement, and reduce scrap, rework, and warranty claims
Work closely with suppliers to establish quality expectations, resolve nonconformances, and improve incoming material quality
Create and maintain documentation including control plans, inspection criteria, test procedures, and quality reports
Support testing and validation of lighting products, including electrical and mechanical performance evaluations
Train production staff on quality standards, inspection techniques, and best practices
Participate in cross functional teams focused on process optimization, cost reduction, and product reliability

Qualifications (What You Bring)

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent work experience
2-5 years of experience in quality engineering, preferably in lighting, electronics, or manufacturing
Strong understanding of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., 8D, FMEA, SPC, PPAP, DOE)
Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems
Experience with measurement tools, testing equipment, and inspection methods
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and electrical schematics
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem solving skills
Proficiency with data analysis tools and quality software (e.g., Minitab, ERP/QMS systems)

Preferred Skills (Bonus Points!)

Experience in LED lighting or electrical component manufacturing
Knowledge of UL, ETL, or other relevant safety certification standards
Lean/Six Sigma certification
Supplier quality management experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

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