Manufacturing Quality Engineer II

S&C Electric Company; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company in Franklin, Wisconsin is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II to join our US QA department. You will drive quality across manufacturing, implement control systems, and lead investigations to prevent defects.

The role focuses on sustaining high-quality production, applying GD&T expertise, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to improve processes and product reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
• 3–5 years progressive experience in quality engineering in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Experience in quality improvement projects and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of QMS, ISO 9001.
• Experience with process analytics and quality tools.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in quality.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure product conformance.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing quality issues using root cause analysis.
• Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes for compliance.
• Support containment and corrective actions for customer escapes.
• Participate in COPQ reduction and production stop activities.
• Review documents and acceptance criteria for accuracy and defect disposition.
• Provide quality support to operations and drive continuous improvements.
• Share insights with leaders on design and process improvements.
• Mentor other quality engineers and uphold quality standards.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Continuous Improvement

Documentation & Records

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

GD&T

Tolerance Analysis

Quality Management Systems

Job description

Job Description

As an S&C Electric team member, you’ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Job Description

As an S&C Electric team member, you’ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner

Hours

• 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site (Franklin, WI)

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $72,570 - $101,921.76. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II!

Are you passionate about Quality Assurance? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to join our US QA department. As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II, you’ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

The Quality Assurance organization provides a variety of services aimed at helping our internal customers, which include S&C leaders and team members, deliver superior quality to our customers. Quality planning, inspection, audit, quality information, quality improvement consulting, and quality communications are examples of the kind of services the organization provides.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Control Implementation: Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure products meet required specifications.
• Issue Investigation: Identify, investigate, and resolve manufacturing quality issues using root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Process Auditing: Conduct regular audits of manufacturing processes to verify compliance with established standards.
• Customer Escape Containment: Assist in customers escape containment and resolution process by gathering data, analyzing defects, and contributing to corrective actions as part of a team.
• Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Reduction: Participate in cost of poor quality (COPQ) reduction and production stop activities by supporting root cause analysis and applying approved corrective measures.
• Documentation Review: Help verify accuracy in prints and acceptance criteria, contributing to defect identification, disposition, and deviation processes while adhering to established quality protocols.
• Quality Support & Collaboration: Provide quality support for operations, working closely with production teams to address quality-related issues and drive continuous improvements. Support the resolutions of complex quality issues, utilizing advanced problem-solving tools to identify root causes and implement effective preventive measures.
• Metrics & Feedback Utilization: Utilize quality feedback and metrics to identify opportunities for design and process improvements, sharing insights with leaders, partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Team Support: Support other quality engineers in their work, setting standards and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the quality engineering team.
• Industry Trends & Innovation: Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies, make improvement recommendations to leadership based on new insights.
• Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

Additional Functions

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

What you’ll Need To Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a similar technical field
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in quality engineering focusing on manufacturing quality within the electrical industry or a related industry.
• Good knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in participating in quality improvement projects. Proven ability to support quality problems resolutions.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001.
• Some experience in process analytics with a broad knowledge of quality tools and industry metrics.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the quality function.
• Good organizational and multitasking skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced working environment.
• Rounded attention to detail with an analytical mindset and excellent