Quality Engineer- NCR​/MRB

Job Summary

We are looking for a Quality NCR/MRB Engineer at our new factory in Columbus, Ohio. The role focuses on verifying product, process, or procedure condition against defined quality standards, generating NCRs, leading disposition of non‑conformance products, initiating corrective actions, and serving as the administrative point person for 8D tracking. This position interfaces with Production, Equipment and Process Engineering.

• Understand solar industry defect classification standards and conduct in‑depth analysis of defect trends.
• Determine acceptable quality limits and document criteria, guiding and following up internal teams on product disposition.
• Manage non‑conforming products, procedures and processes, deciding if materials can be reworked, repaired or scrapped.
• Document quality issues in NCRs, detailing defect types, causes and suggested resolutions.
• Lead MRB discussions on disposition of defective products, coordinating with cross‑functional teams.
• Analyze defect patterns and root causes to recommend corrective actions for immediate quality issues and preventive measures.
• Update work instructions, train production teams or implement new inspection techniques to drive continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, internal quality guidelines and customer expectations.
• Enforce compliance through audits, process reviews and employee training sessions.
• Serve as the administrative point person for all 8D tracking and reporting, maintaining the 8D database and communicating status, updates and closures to relevant teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electronics, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical) or science (Chemistry, Physics) with at least 5 years of related experience.
• Experience in the Solar Industry is a plus.
• Familiar with Quality Control Plans, Process/Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (P/DFMEA) and 8D methodology.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and quality in solar, optoelectronics, semiconductor or automotive industries.
• Skilled in root‑cause and technical analysis to identify product defects and drive escalation of issues.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite; statistical analysis software experience (JMP, Minitab) is a plus.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration, ability to work under pressure and effective communication skills.

Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and continuous opportunities for career growth in a collaborative, people‑focused workplace.

Illuminate USA is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.