Engineer II, QC - Chemical Analyzers​/Analytical Instruments

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards

This is a fully onsite position based in Madison, WI. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.

Join our Quality Control team at Thermo Fisher Scientific where you'll make meaningful contributions to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As an Engineer/Scientist II, QC, your work will center on strengthening quality frameworks and enabling proactive, data-based decision‑making. You’ll collaborate cross‑functionally to analyze data, identify trends and sources of variability, and implement control strategies to enhance product quality in an analytical instrumentation manufacturing environment.

This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth while working alongside colleagues who share your commitment to science and quality.

• Support manufacturing and R&D teams in resolving quality and process‑related issues
• Participate on NPI teams to ensure quality requirements are incorporated into product and process designs
• Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions related to component, assembly, and process failures
• Analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify trends, sources of variation, and opportunities for improvement
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, procedures, inspection methods, and control plans
• Promote the utilization of Lean methodologies and quality tools such as Kaizen, 5S, SPC, CAPA, FMEA, and mistake‑proofing techniques
• Support process validation, equipment qualification, and implementation of engineering changes
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to improve process capability, reduce scrap and rework, and improve overall product reliability
• Engage in supplier quality activities including corrective actions, nonconformance investigations, and first article inspections
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards and regulatory requirements including ISO and GMP practices
• Support audits, nonconformance investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

• Advanced Degree with no prior experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of experience, preferably in a research or manufacturing environment
• Equivalent experience (4 years plus) will also be considered in lieu of a degree. HS diploma / GED is required
• Preferred Fields of Study:
  Science or Engineering
• Additional certifications in Quality Control/GMP practices beneficial
• Understanding of analytical techniques such as spectroscopy preferred
• Experience in data analysis and investigation of out‑of‑specification results
• Strong documentation skills and proficiency with information management systems
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards (ISO, FDA, USP, EP) preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow written/verbal procedures accurately
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in English
• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma principles beneficial

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.