Principal Quality Engineer: Predictive Analytics

ZT Systems; Secaucus, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

ZT Systems is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer in Secaucus, NJ to lead data-driven quality systems across production lines, embedding smart factory methods including predictive quality and digital traceability.

The role requires advanced engineering or related degree with 10–15 years in manufacturing, plus 5+ years in leadership or transformation. You will drive SPC, PFMEA, AI/ML-enabled analytics, and supplier quality across NPI.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering, CS, Data Science or related field.
• 10–15 years in high-volume manufacturing.
• 5+ years in leadership or transformation roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality transformation initiatives and set new standards.
• Develop and sustain SPC systems and measurement analyses.
• Collaborate across design, operations, and suppliers for QMS.
• Drive predictive quality and digital traceability programs.
• Mentor technical teams in data-driven decision making.

Skills

Statistical methods

Data analysis

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Communication

Manufacturing experience

Education

Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science or related field

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Python

SQL

R

Job description

ZT Systems is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer in Secaucus, NJ to lead data-driven quality systems across production lines, embedding smart factory methods including predictive quality and digital traceability.

The role requires advanced engineering or related degree with 10–15 years in manufacturing, plus 5+ years in leadership or transformation. You will drive SPC, PFMEA, AI/ML-enabled analytics, and supplier quality across NPI.