Design Quality Engineer

Kubota; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kubota is seeking a Design Quality Engineer to support product quality throughout the entire lifecycle, from development and validation to manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement. You will lead product testing, investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to ensure designs meet requirements and customer expectations.

Collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, you will drive CAPA activities, monitor quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience with product testing, validation, or CAPA processes.
• Proficient in technical writing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead product testing, validation, and launch support.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement CAPA actions.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Document test results and quality metrics clearly.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Access

SQL

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a driven and results-oriented Design Quality Engineer to support product quality throughout the entire product lifecycle, from new product development and validation to manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement. Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, this role leads product testing and evaluation, investigates quality issues, performs root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions to ensure products meet design intent, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and making a direct impact on product reliability, manufacturing success, and customer satisfaction.

If you enjoy working cross-functionally, solving complex technical and quality challenges, and making a direct impact on product reliability, customer satisfaction, and manufacturing success, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in design quality and advanced manufacturing systems.

Core Responsibilities

Quality Assurance, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor and support product quality performance for assigned products
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, safety, and internal quality standards
• Analyze product and process data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and performance

Product Testing, Validation & Launch Support

• Plan, coordinate, and execute testing and evaluation of new products prior to mass production
• Develop and review test plans, procedures, and reports to validate design performance
• Identify product risks and failure modes during testing and recommend design or process improvements
• Support design validation, verification, and production readiness activities

Project Coordination & Cross-Functional Support

• Lead or support testing-related project activities, timelines, and deliverables
• Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve quality concerns
• Provide technical support to production and quality teams during product launch and ramp-up
• Contribute to team workload balancing and continuous improvement of team processes

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare clear, concise technical reports summarizing test results, data analysis, and findings
• Maintain documentation in accordance with quality management system requirements
• Communicate technical information effectively to cross-functional stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals (mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science)
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and basic electrical schematics
• Basic understanding of product testing and evaluation methods
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving and root cause analysis approaches (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone)
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and draw conclusions (strong Excel skills preferred)
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently with limited supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• 2--5 years of experience in a manufacturing or product development environment
• Experience with product testing, validation, or laboratory evaluation
• Exposure to quality engineering tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, control plans, CAPA)
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting experience
• Experience with AutoCAD or other CAD tools
• Experience with data tools (e.g., Excel advanced functions, Access, SQL)
• Knowledge of outdoor power equipment or similar products
• Master's degree in a related engineering field
• Lean or Six Sigma certification (e.g., Green Belt)

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline (e.g., Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechatronics)
• In lieu of a degree, we consider equivalent, job-related experience, military service, professional certifications, and demonstrated skills. Equivalency determinations are made based on the essential functions of the role.

Language Requirements

Must be able to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English.

Work Environment

The physical demands and work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member must have the ability to work in extreme hot or cold conditions, stand for the duration of the shift, uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; ascend stairs; balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. In addition, the team member must occasionally lift up to ("20", "50", etc.) lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

DISCLAIMER

• The information provided in the description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within the classification. This description is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job/classification. This job is intended to include the current essential functions of the job. Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities and to designate other functions as essential at any time.