Junior Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Search Results; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

GVI Inc. is seeking an entry-level Engineer in Newport, RI to support Quality Assurance and Production, read engineering drawings, and apply GD&T on the shop floor.

You will work with Quality, Production and Engineering to resolve manufacturing issues, perform root-cause analysis, document investigations, and help drive process improvements. This role provides hands-on experience in manufacturing, quality systems and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of GD&T and ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Understanding of basic manufacturing processes and dimensional inspection concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to Quality Assurance and Production.
• Assist in troubleshooting manufacturing, dimensional, and quality-related issues on the production floor.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Support inspection activities and help determine appropriate measurement and verification methods.
• Assist with nonconformance investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and documentation.
• Review data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Work with production personnel to improve processes, reduce defects, and increase efficiency.
• Assist with developing and improving work instructions, inspection methods, and quality procedures.
• Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives and cross-functional problem-solving activities.
• Assist senior engineers with evaluations, process changes, and other projects.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAT

Statistical analysis

Quality-management software

Job description

GVI Inc. is seeking an entry-level Engineer in Newport, RI to support Quality Assurance and Production, read engineering drawings, and apply GD&T on the shop floor.

You will work with Quality, Production and Engineering to resolve manufacturing issues, perform root-cause analysis, document investigations, and help drive process improvements. This role provides hands-on experience in manufacturing, quality systems and continuous improvement.