Manufacturing Quality Engineer

AMETEK, Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Connecticut is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to support quality execution and process ownership. The role involves daily quality engineering support, partnership with manufacturing teams, and leadership of quality initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering, with strong knowledge in SPC and MSA. The position offers competitive compensation between $85,000 and $100,000 along with benefits including 401k and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with electro-mechanical or opto-mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day quality engineering for manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to improve process capabilities.
• Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities and develop control strategies.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Measurement System Analysis (MSA)

Root Cause & Corrective Action methodologies

Problem-solving skills

Communicating and influencing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Quality engineering

Optical Engineering

Tools

Lean Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)

Job description

Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Location: Middlefield, CT, US, 06455

Business Unit: Zygo

Posting Date: Apr 17, 2026

Are you ready to collaborate with leading experts in optical engineering and contribute to the next level of precision and innovation?

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in advanced optical metrology systems, ultra‑precise optical components, and complex electro‑optical systems. Join our team, where your expertise will drive innovative solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support manufacturing at our Middlefield, CT facility.

As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer you will focus on hands‑on manufacturing quality execution and process ownership for several key quality processes critical to site performance, including Statistical Process Control (SPC), Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), New Product Introduction (NPI) quality support, and Incoming Quality Control (IQC).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day quality engineering support to manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to improve process capability, robustness, and documentation.
• Support containment, investigation, and resolution of in‑process quality issues.
• Own and continuously improve the site’s Statistical Process Control (SPC) program, including control strategy development, charting, analysis, and response plans.
• Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities to ensure inspection and test systems are capable and fit for use.
• Own Incoming Quality Control (IQC) processes, including inspection strategies, supplier issue investigation, and corrective action support.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from a manufacturing quality perspective, including readiness reviews, risk assessment, and early production support.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs and control plans for assigned manufacturing processes.
• Perform root cause analysis using structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Implement effective corrective and preventive actions to address true root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Apply statistical and analytical tools to evaluate process performance and guide improvement.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with quality system requirements.
• Participate in or support Lean / continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, yield, and process stability.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Quality engineering, Optical Engineering preferred.
• 3–5+ years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably high‑mix, low‑volume with ability read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Working with electro‑mechanical, optical, or opto‑mechanical assemblies preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), PFMEA and risk‑based quality tools, Root Cause & Corrective Action methodologies.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Certification, and/or AQS Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred.
• Communicating and influencing skills that foster collaborative work across functions.
• Bring your problem‑solving skills, along with your resilience and resourcefulness, to support the team and drive to achieve results.
• Engage your drive to achieve results and to grow your career with access to hands‑on innovation opportunities, cross‑disciplinary projects, and advanced training.

Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, confident, and problem‑solvers and where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success?

We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us! We offer competitive compensation, benefits (401k), and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.

Due to the nature of Zygo's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export‑controlled information and source code.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Salary Minimum: $85,000

Salary Maximum: $100,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].