Manufacturing Quality Engineer III

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer III to lead quality-focused projects and drive improvements in manufacturing processes and product reliability. You will serve as a liaison between manufacturing and quality teams, implementing corrective actions and supporting data-driven decision-making.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 5-7 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of GD&T, QMS (ISO 9001), and quality tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar technical field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in quality engineering focusing on manufacturing quality.
• Proven ability to lead quality improvement projects and drive process improvements.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Familiarity with QMS/ISO 9001 and quality tools (Gage, R&R, MSA, SPC, DOE).
• Experience using Power BI and Excel for data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality improvement projects addressing manufacturing quality issues.
• Analyze production and quality data to identify trends and solutions.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality problems.
• Contribute to containment of customer escapes and resolution activities.
• Help reduce COPQ and participate in stop-ship events when needed.
• Review prints and acceptance criteria for accuracy and compliance.
• Refine manufacturing processes to reduce defects and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvements.
• Monitor industry trends and apply relevant innovations to quality practices.

Skills

Quality engineering

Data analysis

GD&T

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Power BI

Excel

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. 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

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 in the United States is $96,514 - $127,886.88. 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 III!

Manufacturing Quality Engineer III is responsible for managing quality-focused projects aimed at improving manufacturing processes and product reliability. This role acts as a liaison between manufacturing and quality teams, driving initiatives to enhance performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Improvement Projects: Lead and execute projects that address manufacturing quality issues and optimize processes.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze production and quality data to identify trends, develop solutions, and track progress.
• Problem Solving Support: Support major problem-solving efforts related to production quality, acting as a key contributor and knowledge source for the functions.
• Customer Escape Containment: Contribute to customer escape containment and resolution activities by analyzing defects, implementing corrective actions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing quality.
• Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) Reduction: Support efforts to reduce the cost of poor quality (COPQ), participating in production stop and stop-ship events, assisting with root cause analysis, and implementing corrective measures to enhance quality performance.
• Documentation Review: Review prints and acceptance criteria for accuracy, assisting with defect identification, disposition, and deviation processes to ensure compliance with manufacturing standards.
• Process Optimization: Develop and refine manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
• Quality Support & Collaboration: Provide quality support for operations, working closely with production teams to address quality [1] related issues and drive continuous improvements. Support the resolution of complex quality issues, utilizing advanced problem-solving tools to identify root causes and implement effective preventative measures.
• Metrics & Feedback Utilization: Utilize quality feedback and metrics to identify opportunities for design and process improvements, driving data-driven decision-making across the company.
• 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, incorporating relevant advancements into the company’s approach to quality engineering.
• Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a similar technical field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in quality engineering focusing on manufacturing quality within the electrical industry or a related industry.
• Demonstrated track record of supporting large-scale quality improvement projects. Proven ability to solve quality problems and implement effective process improvements.
• Sound knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001.
• Proficient in Gage, R&R, MSA, SPC and DOE.
• Demonstrated 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 project management skills, able to successfully lead small project teams through challenges.
• Sound organizational and multitasking skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced working environment.
• Sound attention to detail with an analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, navigate and resolve conflict, moderate behaviors, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.
• Good communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation). Able to liaise with key stakeholders outside the quality function in technical and non-technical roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc), including excellent Excel skills and experience using Power BI.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Engineering or a similar technical field.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certification from ASQ.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

S&C is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [e-mail].

No fixed deadline

About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people‑first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent‑development programs and involved leadership.

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.

About The Team

In (Production Operations/QA) we are responsible for maintaining S&C's longstanding reputation for quality products. While constantly integrating the latest technology into S&C's processes and adhering to the highest standards of quality, our work solidifies the trust our customers have in S&C that our equipment will be integral to solving tomorrow's energy challenges. We strive for continuous improvement in everything we do, knowing that our work impacts our customers, our team members, and our world.