Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Quality Electrical Systems (QES) is a leading manufacturer of custom-engineered electrical distribution solutions, serving commercial, industrial, energy/infrastructure, and utility clients nationwide. Our product lines include low-, medium-, and high-voltage switchgear, power distribution centers (PDCs), E-Houses, motor control centers (MCCs), and variable frequency drive (VFD) systems.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable products and continuously improving our manufacturing and quality systems. As we grow, we're looking for a proactive and skilled Quality Engineer to join our team.

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Position Overview

As a Quality Engineer at QES, you will help ensure our manufacturing processes consistently produce top-quality electrical systems and components. You’ll play a vital role bridging quality assurance and process engineering, using data analysis, quality tools, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement, process stability, and product excellence throughout production.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead continuous-improvement initiatives aimed at reducing defects, improving yield, and enhancing process performance — applying Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured methodologies.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and opportunities for process and quality improvements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain process control plans, PFMEAs, capability studies (Cp, Cpk), and other quality documentation to ensure stable and capable manufacturing processes.
• Manage corrective and preventive action (CAPA) systems — drive root cause analysis, validate effectiveness of fixes, and implement long-term process or product improvements.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, supply chain, and design teams to develop and qualify new or modified products/processes.
• Support internal and external audits, help ensure compliance with quality-management standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and customer-specific requirements. Engineer Fix+2BPRHub+2
• Mentor and support Quality Technicians and production operators in best practices for inspections, quality tools, and continuous improvement methods.
• Act as a liaison between Quality and Engineering / Production for design changes, process validations, risk assessments, and nonconformance resolution.
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) meetings to evaluate nonconforming products, recommend dispositions, and implement data-driven corrective actions.

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline or equivalent applicable experience.
• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing or process-engineering environment (ideally in an ISO 9001–certified organization). Indeed+1
• Strong understanding of core quality tools and methodologies (FMEA/PFMEA, SPC, MSA, CAPA / 8D / Root Cause Analysis). Gridon Systems+2JRG Partners LLC+2
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other structured continuous-improvement frameworks is preferred. TimesPro+1
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, GD&T, schematics, bills of materials, and process specifications.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Minitab, or equivalent statistical software).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and present findings/recommendations clearly.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment with manufacturing equipment, electrical components, and standard safety protocols.

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Skills & Competencies

• Data-driven mindset with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Ability to balance hands-on problem-solving and process troubleshooting with big-picture systems thinking.
• Strong facilitation and mentoring skills — able to guide and support technicians and operators.
• Effective cross-functional collaboration, conflict resolution, and change management.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and dedication to quality and safety.

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Work Environment

• Work will be based in a manufacturing facility producing electrical systems — switchgear, PDCs, E-Houses, and related products.
• Exposure to production equipment, electrical components, and assembly/testing processes.
• Typical schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (or standard business hours).

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Why QES?

• Be part of a company that designs and builds custom electrical solutions across low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems — offering variety, challenge, and growth.
• Work with skilled professionals in a collaborative, quality-driven culture that values continuous improvement and craftsmanship.
• Contribute directly to products serving commercial, industrial, energy, utility, and infrastructure markets.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

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How to Apply

If you are a proactive Quality Engineer who’s ready to drive quality excellence and process improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment — we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and any relevant certifications or examples of past quality improvement projects via ZipRecruiter / our Careers page.