Quality Engineer

Job Title:

Quality Engineer

Job Description

The Quality Engineer supports and enhances overall quality performance by ensuring that products consistently meet contractual, regulatory, and customer requirements, with a strong focus on nuclear industry quality standards and other highly regulated environments. This role combines hands-on work on the manufacturing floor with analytical and documentation-focused activities, driving continuous improvement through data-driven methods, robust quality systems, and effective corrective and preventive actions.

Responsibilities

+ Ensure products are manufactured and released in full compliance with contract requirements and the established Quality Management System.

+ Maintain and support an ISO 9001-based Quality Management System, including the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of procedures, records, and training.

+ Support internal quality audits as well as customer and nuclear quality audits, ensuring thorough preparation, participation, and follow-up.

+ Lead corrective and preventive actions through the Corrective Action Program (CAP), from issue identification through closure and verification of effectiveness.

+ Investigate and resolve nonconformances and customer complaints by performing detailed root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions.

+ Support supplier quality activities, including supplier evaluations, audits, and resolution of supplier-related quality issues.

+ Apply quality tools and data-driven methods to improve process capability, reduce variation, and enhance product reliability.

+ Perform structured root cause analysis using methods such as 8D and 5 Why, and document findings and actions in a clear and traceable manner.

+ Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, inspection plans, and quality records to ensure compliance with requirements.

+ Use inspection equipment and statistical analysis techniques to evaluate product and process performance and to support decision-making.

+ Manage corrective actions and nonconformances, including documentation, tracking, reporting, and communication with stakeholders.

+ Support audits, documentation, and quality oversight for regulated products, particularly in nuclear or other highly regulated industries.

+ Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production and engineering, to drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a strong quality culture.

+ Utilize ERP systems (such as N4 and N3) and quality-related software tools to manage data, generate reports, and maintain accurate records.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related discipline.

+ At least 3 years of Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment.

+ Strong knowledge of core quality tools and methodologies, including FMEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC, and 8D.

+ Experience using inspection equipment to verify product and process conformity.

+ Proficiency in statistical analysis to interpret data, identify trends, and support process improvements.

+ Demonstrated ability to perform structured root cause analysis using methods such as 8D and 5 Why.

+ Experience working within an ISO 9001-based Quality Management System or similar structured quality framework.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated environments, including familiarity with frameworks such as 10 CFR 50 Appendix B and 10 CFR 21.

+ Supporting audits, documentation, and oversight of regulated products.

+ ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) credential.

+ Nuclear audit or related regulatory qualification.

+ Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement training.

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Experience with AS9100 and other advanced quality standards.

+ Familiarity with automotive or other sector-specific standards such as TS-related quality systems.

+ Experience working with ERP systems, particularly N4 and N3, for quality data management and reporting.

+ Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and functions.

+ Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and continuous learning in quality and process improvement.

Work Environment

The Quality Engineer works in a dynamic manufacturing environment, spending approximately 60% of the time on a computer and 40% on the production floor. The role involves close collaboration with the quality team and other departments, balancing hands-on engagement with data-driven analysis, documentation, and reporting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solon, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $46.00/hr.

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