Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Vertiv

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Vertiv is seeking an experienced Quality Systems Engineer to lead process development and quality improvement initiatives. You will assess production workflows, implement SPC controls, and develop workmanship standards and quality plans to drive defect reduction and yield improvement.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional 8D/RCA investigations, maintaining FMEA documentation, and collaborating with Manufacturing, Design Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure process capability

Qualifications

: Requires BA/BS in engineering or related field; 8+ years in quality or related area.
Proven experience with FMEA and control plans.
Experience with 8D problem solving and corrective actions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data trends.

Responsibilities

Assess compliance to workmanship standards and workflows to identify inefficiencies and defects.
Design and implement process controls, inspection criteria, and SPC methods to reduce variability and improve yield.
Develop, document, and maintain workmanship standards, procedures, work instructions, and quality plans.
Develop and maintain FMEA documentation and monitor key quality metrics.
Lead cross-functional root cause investigations (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa) and Kaizen events.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Design Engineering, and Supply Chain to align process capability with specs.

Skills

Process improvement

Statistical analysis

8D problem solving

Root cause analysis

Kaizen facilitation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Quality monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

MES systems

Quality Management Systems

SPC/Control charts

Job description

Assess compliance to workmanship standards and work instructions. Analyze production workflows to identify inefficiencies, defects, and opportunities for process improvement.
Design and implement process controls, inspection criteria, and statistical process control (SPC) methods to reduce variability and improve yield.
Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing workmanship standards, process procedures, work instructions, and quality plans.

Responsibilities

Process Development and Optimization

Assess compliance to workmanship standards and work instructions. Analyze production workflows to identify inefficiencies, defects, and opportunities for process improvement.
Design and implement process controls, inspection criteria, and statistical process control (SPC) methods to reduce variability and improve yield.
Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing workmanship standards, process procedures, work instructions, and quality plans.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

Develop and maintain process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) documentation.
Monitor key quality metrics (scrap rate, first pass yield, cost of poor quality) and drive improvement initiatives.

Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action

Lead cross-functional root cause analysis investigations using structured methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone/Ishikawa).
Facilitate cross-functional process improvement workshops and Kaizen events.
Track and validate effectiveness of corrective actions through data-driven verification.

Stakeholder Coordination and Continuous Improvement

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Design Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure process capability aligns with product specifications.
Share best practices with other facilities and drive best practices identified by other facilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Qualifications

BA, BS Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, or other relevant degree.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in quality, or a related field.
Proven track record of driving metric improvements by utilizing paretos and utilizing quality management systems in a manufacturing or production environment.
Direct and relative experience conducting Root Cause and Corrective Actions using 8D problem solving or similar techniques.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data, identify trends and patterns, and develop effective solutions.
Direct and relative experience developing FMEA’s and control plans.
Experience using measurement systems in receiving inspection or problem solving.
Possesses a strong work ethic and sets high standards for quality and quantity of work. Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of metal cutting, waterjets, and CNC machines.
High degree of knowledge with brazing and welding.
Expertise in metrology and measurement equipment.
Working knowledge of MES systems and traceability.
Knowledge of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and tools, including statistical analysis, root cause analysis, and risk management.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives (i.e. Kaizen events)
Certification in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, ASQ) and Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
Excellent communication, leadership, and people skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing
Occasional kneeling, bending, stooping

Environmental Demands

Ability to work around elevated temperatures.

Travel Time Required

Travel required, approximately 10-15%.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

Core Principals

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

Strategic Priorities

Customer Focus
Operational Excellence
High-Performance Culture
Innovation
Financial Strength

Behaviors

Own It
Act With Urgency
Foster a Customer-First Mindset
Think Big and ExecuteLead by ExampleDrive Continuous ImprovementLearn and Seek Out DevelopmentPromote Transparent & Open Communication
At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

About Vertiv

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

About the Team

Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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