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 9001based 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

• Bachelors 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 9001based 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.
• 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.

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

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

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

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