Quality Engineer

The Quality Engineer leads and supports root cause analysis, MRB/problem disposition, corrective action, and process improvement to reduce defects, scrap, rework, and escapes.

Requirements

• Lead structured root cause investigations and drive effective corrective/preventive actions for manufacturing and field quality issues
• Support and facilitate MRB dispositions with Engineering/Operations
• Document technical justification as required
• Analyze defects and trends (scrap/rework/escapes) and execute data-driven improvements using quality/Lean tools
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to improve process capability, error-proofing, manufacturability, and clarity/robustness of work instructions and technical requirements
• Provide technical support for regulated/customer requirements when applicable (including 10 CFR Part 21 screening support per process)
• Provide technical escalation support to Quality Technicians for complex issues or unclear acceptance criteria
• Support QMS/system activities as needed (document updates, audit readiness support, records improvements)
• Ability to interpret technical documentation (drawings/schematics/prints/parts lists) and collaborate across functions to resolve technical manufacturing issues
• Proficiency in common documentation and analysis tools (MS Word/Excel; other tools as needed for documentation and tracking)
• Strong cross-functional communication skills
• Working knowledge of FMEA, root cause analysis, Lean Six Sigma, DFMA (or equivalent prevention/problem-solving tools)
• Experience with using measurement and test equipment (e.g. calipers, DMM)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and regulated quality environments; nuclear QA / Part 21 awareness a plus
• Auditor training/ASQ/NQA-1 exposure is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Family medical leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program