Quality Platform Lead

Innio; Welland; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition & development

On-site gym

Pension matching

Paid personal days

RRSP/TFSA matching

Job summary

INNIO Group is seeking a highly motivated Quality Platform Lead to drive product quality excellence across our Welland-engine platforms. You will partner with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Quality, and Service to identify, prioritize, resolve and prevent defects throughout the product lifecycle.

The role focuses on leading cross-functional quality initiatives, supporting new product introductions, and driving continuous improvement, with travel as needed and a salary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement and root cause analysis.
• Ability to analyze complex engineering and quality data and communicate findings to technical and business leaders.
• Experience with MTBF, FMEA, 8D problem solving and related reliability techniques.

Responsibilities

• Product & Platform Quality Leadership and KPI ownership across engine platforms.
• Lead quality initiatives supporting Operations and Supply Chain projects, including Welland manufacturing.
• Facilitate issue screening and continuous improvement processes (8D, 5 Whys, Causal Analysis).
• Develop and execute quality plans aligned with production and business goals.
• Manage quality-related costs and improvement initiatives to meet organizational targets.
• Lead audits, quality reviews and corrective/preventive actions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Process Improvement

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Creo CAD

Excel

PowerPoint

Office Suite

Job description

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates — driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints — INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Platform Lead to drive product quality excellence across our Waukesha engine platforms. In this critical leadership role, you will partner across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sourcing, Quality, and Service teams to ensure product quality issues, defects, and non-conformances are effectively identified, prioritized, resolved, and prevented.

The Quality Platform Lead serves as the primary quality champion for assigned engine platforms, leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance product reliability, customer satisfaction, manufacturing performance, and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle. This role also plays a key part in supporting new product introductions, engineering changes, and operational quality initiatives.

What Youor Do

• Product & Platform Quality Leadership
• Own and drive Quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across engine platforms, quality processes, and cross-functional business areas.
• Lead quality initiatives supporting Operations and Supply Chain projects, with particular emphasis on quality cases at the Welland manufacturing facility.
• Facilitate issue screening and continuous improvement processes, including leadership of Operations Issue Screening Meetings.
• Develop and execute quality plans that support production and business objectives.
• Manage quality-related costs and improvement initiatives in alignment with organizational goals.

• Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Lead audits, quality reviews, root cause investigations, and corrective/preventive action activities.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving methodologies, including 8D, 5 Whys, and Causal Analysis.
• Promote and champion Lean Six Sigma principles to drive sustainable business improvements.
• Perform servicing and packaging audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer expectations.

• Reliability & Field Performance

• Analyze field performance and reliability data to identify recurring failure modes and quality trends.
• Drive cross-functional corrective actions that improve product reliability and reduce customer defects.
• Utilize quality and reliability methodologies including MTBF, FMEA, and related analytical tools to improve product performance.

• Cross-Functional Project Leadership

• Lead and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously while managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate effectively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Service, and Leadership teams to resolve quality concerns and drive improvements.
• Support platform development activities, product launches, and engineering change management processes, including the release of new engine products.

What Youor Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field and 5+ years of relevant experience, OR an advanced degree and 3+ years of relevant experience. Equivalent industry experience may substitute for formal education.
• Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, and Process Improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to analyze complex engineering and quality data and communicate findings effectively to technical and business leaders.
• Knowledge of quality and reliability tools and methodologies including MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure), FMEA, Causal Effects Analysis, 8D Problem Solving, 5 Whys
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly: Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, reporting, automation), PowerPoint (technical presentations and executive reporting)
• Experience utilizing web-based collaboration, reporting, and data management platforms.

What will make you stand out

• Experience supporting new product development and design engineering efforts for combustion engines or similar industrial equipment.
• Exposure to Creo CAD and hands-on engineering experience is beneficial.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• Passion for adopting new technologies and digital solutions to improve quality performance.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to remain effective under pressure while driving alignment and accountability across diverse teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer focus.

Additional Information

• Location: Welland, ON Canada
• Travel: Up to 25% domestic and international. Candidates must able to travel freely within the U.S., Canada, and internationally as required.
• The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $155,000 which will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

What you’ll enjoy at INNIO Waukesha:

• Innovative Work: Collaborate on advanced manufacturing projects that deliver industry‑leading products powering global industries.
• Mission‑Driven Team: Join a group of dedicated professionals committed to safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Keep Growing: Tuition and professional development programs, internal training and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for you and your family from day one. EAP program and health care spending account available.
• Work‑Life Balance & Perks: On-site gym access, a $300 annual fitness reimbursement program, paid personal days, and RRSP/TFSA and pension plan matching.

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