Lead Product Quality Engineer, Industrials

VulcanForms; Newburyport (MA); Vor Ort; USD 117.000 - 162.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary and equity package

Comprehensive benefits

Zusammenfassung

VulcanForms seeks a Lead Product Quality Engineer, Industrials to own quality strategy and execution for customer programs. You will set the technical standard for quality systems and process control within a high-tech digital production environment, mentor others, and represent quality in cross-functional product development initiatives.

Based in Newburyport, MA with occasional travel to Devens. Lead the deployment of QC processes, drive CAPAs, and ensure audit readiness across DHFs, DMRs, and

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of progressive quality engineering experience in a highly regulated advanced manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field preferred.
• Proven mastery of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), process capability studies, and formal risk management tools (DFMEA/PFMEA).
• Hands-on experience with AS9100 or ISO13485 quality management systems.
• Familiarity with metal alloys, metallurgy, precision machining, or metal additive manufacturing processes.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CRE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt a plus.

Aufgaben

• Serve as the primary quality engineering lead for designated product lines, managing product lifecycle quality from initial validation through steady-state production.
• Lead and execute IQ/OQ/PQ for NPI and line expansions.
• Investigate complex non-conformances (NCRs), lead MRBs, and drive CAPAs to eliminate systemic issues.
• Own deployment and monitoring of SPC frameworks, define CTQ metrics, and optimize metrology and testing protocols on the factory floor.
• Author, review, and approve critical quality system documentation (DHFs, DMRs, DHRs) for audit readiness.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Process, and Machine Engineering to implement proactive quality controls and DFM initiatives.
• Build a high-performing team through guidance, coaching, and peer reviews.

Kenntnisse

Quality engineering

Process validation

CAPA & NCR handling

DFMEA/PFMEA

AS9100/ISO13485 experience

SPC / CTQ metrics

Root cause analysis

Mentoring junior engineers

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

FAIRs

DFMEA/PFMEA

MRB coordination

Jobbeschreibung

About Us

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting-edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

VulcanForms is hiring a Lead Product Quality Engineer, Industrials to own quality strategy and execution for customer programs within our Industrials business unit. You will set the technical standard for quality systems and process control within our high-tech digital production environment. This role goes beyond individual task execution to shape how quality is built into the program from the outset, mentor and develop other quality engineers supporting the program, and represent quality engineering in cross-functional product development & ongoing production initiatives. This role is based in Newburyport, MA with occasional travel to our Devens, MA facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary quality engineering lead for designated product lines, managing product lifecycle quality from initial validation through steady-state production.
• Lead and execute comprehensive process validations and verification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) for new product introductions (NPI) and existing line expansions.
• Independently investigate complex product non-conformances (NCRs), lead material review boards (MRBs), and drive the execution of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to eliminate systemic failure modes.
• Own the deployment and monitoring of SPC frameworks, defining critical-to-quality (CTQ) metrics and optimizing metrology and testing protocols across the factory floor.
• Author, review, and approve critical quality system documentation (including DHFs, DMRs, and DHRs) to maintain continuous audit readiness.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Process, and Machine Engineering teams during normal business hours to implement proactive quality controls and design-for-manufacturability initiatives.
• Build a high, performing team by providing technical guidance, coaching, and peer reviews for junior quality engineers and inspection technicians.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive quality engineering experience within a highly regulated advanced manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field preferred.
• Proven mastery of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), process capability studies, and formal risk management tools (DFMEA/PFMEA).
• Hands‑on experience working under AS9100 or ISO13485 quality management systems.
• Familiarity with metal alloys, metallurgy, precision machining, or metal additive manufacturing processes.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CRE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt a plus.

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

The annual base salary range for this position is $117,400 to $161,500.