Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer (Manufacturing & Compliance)

Job Summary: The Quality Engineer will establish, monitor, and optimize the quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) systems across the Fort Worth plant. This role oversees incoming raw material inspections (IQC), in-process quality controls (IPQC), and compliance with industry standards (ISO 9001, UL 9540/UL 1973).

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Framework & Audits: Develop inspection criteria, control plans, PFMEAs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Prepare the facility for third-party quality and capability audits.
• Supplier & Incoming Quality (IQC): Define sampling plans (AQL) and inspect incoming LFP cells, structural enclosures, wiring harnesses, and PCBAs; manage supplier corrective action requests (SCAR).
• Non-Conformance & CAPA: Lead Material Review Board (MRB) meetings, root-cause investigations (using 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone), and drive continuous improvement on assembly lines.
• Process Capability & SPC: Monitor First Pass Yield (FPY), track scrap rates, and implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to minimize manufacturing variation.
• ISO 9001 QMS: Maintain and continuously improve the facility’s ISO 9001 quality management system. Manage the quality manual, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and document control systems.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 3-5 years of quality engineering experience in electronics, energy storage, or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Certifications: Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or ISO 9001 internal auditor certification is a strong advantage.
• Skills: Proficient in quality methodologies (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, 8D) and ERP/QMS tools.
• Language: Fluent in English; bilingual skills in Mandarin or Spanish are highly valued for cross-functional and supplier coordination.