Lead Quality Engineer: Drive NPI & Continuous Improvement

VEGA Americas Internal Applications; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VEGA Americas Internal Applications in Mason, OH seeks a Lead Quality Engineer to provide technical leadership across electronic, mechanical, supplier, and calibration quality disciplines, driving continuous improvement and ensuring consistent application of quality standards and best practices throughout the organization.

You will lead RCCA activities, coach quality engineers, support NPI, participate in risk assessments and PFMEAs, and partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and

Qualifications

• Strong technical leadership skills with the ability to guide, coach, and mentor Quality Engineers across multiple quality disciplines.
• Demonstrated expertise in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies, including 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, standards, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Quality Engineers across electronic, mechanical, supplier, and calibration quality disciplines.
• Support onboarding, training, and development of Quality Engineering personnel.
• Lead company-wide problem-solving initiatives using structured quality methodologies and root cause analysis tools.
• Lead and facilitate the Corrective Action Request (CAR) process, ensuring timely and effective resolution of quality issues.
• Monitor product quality performance and support quality improvement efforts throughout the product lifecycle.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality-related challenges and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and project onboarding activities to ensure quality requirements are effectively implemented.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

VEGA Americas Internal Applications in Mason, OH seeks a Lead Quality Engineer to provide technical leadership across electronic, mechanical, supplier, and calibration quality disciplines, driving continuous improvement and ensuring consistent application of quality standards and best practices throughout the organization.

You will lead RCCA activities, coach quality engineers, support NPI, participate in risk assessments and PFMEAs, and partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and