Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 105,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K Retirement Plan
Health Savings Plan
Wellness Programs
Vehicle & Phone Allowance

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer to develop and improve quality systems across modular fabrication operations.

You will lead PFMEA efforts, control plan creation, and SPC-based process validation to prevent defects and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. You will partner with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Quality teams to drive risk mitigation, improve manufacturability of drawings, and maintain ISO 9001 alignment while

Qualifications

  • PFMEA methodology and control plan development.
  • Review engineering drawings and specifications for manufacturability.
  • Statistical analysis and process capability studies.
  • Root cause investigations and corrective actions.
  • ISO 9001 familiarity and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead PFMEA development and maintenance across production.
  • Create and maintain control plans and inspection strategies.
  • Analyze production data and monitor quality KPIs.
  • Support field and internal audits and CAPA activities.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production on process improvements.
  • Assist with supplier quality investigations and inspections.

Skills

PFMEA development
Control Plans
Root Cause Analysis
Statistical Analysis
Process Validation
Quality Improvement
Documentation & SOPs
Cross-functional Collaboration
Engineering Drawings & GD&T

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quality Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering
Related technical discipline

Tools

CAD review software
ERP/MRP systems
Quality management software
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office Suite
Documentation control systems

Job description

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.

Until Filled (EST)

606 - Modular

1401 Battery Brooke Parkway, Richmond, VA, USA

Full Time

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

$0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits
  • Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
  • Vision Insurance Plan
  • 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
  • Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
  • Wellness Programs
  • Vehicle & Phone Allowance

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and improving quality systems, manufacturing controls, and risk mitigation processes throughout production operations. This position serves as a key technical resource for PFMEA development, drawing and specification review, statistical analysis, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Manufacturing Quality Engineer works closely with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Quality personnel to identify manufacturing risks, prevent defects, and ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and company requirements.

This role reports directly to the Modular Quality Control Manager and plays a critical role in supporting ISO 9001 compliance, modular manufacturing operations, structural steel fabrication, welding activities, and industrialized construction requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Engineering & Risk Assessment
  • Lead development and maintenance of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEA).
  • Develop and maintain Control Plans and inspection strategies.
  • Identify manufacturing and assembly risks before production release.
  • Support APQP-style planning activities where applicable.
  • Evaluate process changes for quality impact.
  • Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
Drawing & Specification Review
  • Review engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements for manufacturability.
  • Identify conflicts between design requirements and manufacturing capabilities.
  • Assess tolerances, inspection requirements, welding requirements, and material specifications.
  • Collaborate with Engineering to resolve design concerns before production.
Statistical Analysis & Process Validation
  • Conduct statistical analysis of production and quality data.
  • Develop and monitor KPIs and quality performance metrics.
  • Perform process capability studies (Cp, Cpk).
  • Utilize SPC tools to monitor critical processes.
  • Analyze nonconformance and defect trends.
  • Prepare reports and recommendations for management review.
Manufacturing Process Support
  • Participate in production planning and process development.
  • Evaluate assembly processes for efficiency and quality risks.
  • Assist in establishing quality checkpoints and hold points.
  • Support implementation of new manufacturing methods and technologies.
  • Develop process validation methodologies where required.
Quality Management System Support
  • Assist in maintaining compliance with ISO 9001 requirements.
  • Develop quality procedures, SOPs, and work instructions.
  • Participate in internal audits.
  • Support corrective and preventive action programs.
  • Assist with document control initiatives.
Supplier & Customer Support
  • Evaluate supplier quality concerns.
  • Assist with supplier corrective actions.
  • Participate in customer quality investigations.
  • Support third-party inspections and audits.
Required Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in:
    • Quality Engineering
    • Manufacturing Engineering
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Industrial Engineering
    • Related technical discipline
Experience
  • Minimum 3-5 years of manufacturing quality experience.
  • Experience developing PFMEAs and Control Plans.
  • Experience reviewing engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Experience with statistical analysis and process capability studies.
  • Experience participating in root cause investigations.
Technical Knowledge
  • Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 preferred)
  • PFMEA methodology
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • SPC
  • Process Capability Studies
  • Control Plans
  • Manufacturing Process Development
  • Engineering Drawings and GD&T
  • Welding and fabrication processes preferred
  • Structural steel and modular manufacturing preferred
Software Skills
  • Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • ERP/MRP systems
  • Quality management software preferred
  • CAD review software preferred
Preferred Certifications
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
  • Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
  • Lean Manufacturing Certification
  • AWS CWI (preferred but not required)
Desired Traits
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to challenge assumptions and identify risk
  • Excellent technical writing abilities
  • Detail-oriented while maintaining a systems perspective
  • Ability to work effectively across departments
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Strong communication and leadership skills

Final compensation will be determined based on applicable experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

At this time, Atlantic Constructors, Inc. will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization (work visas) for any position.

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation/gender identity, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like an accommodation or any assistance in order to apply for a job, please call 1-877-WRK-4ACI for assistance, or fax your requested accommodation to 804-523-8781. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as an offer of employment or a binding contract of employment for a specific period of time. Employment can be terminated by either the employee or the employer at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

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