Project Quality Engineer

AMETEK; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

FSAs/HSA

Job summary

AMETEK Solidstate Controls in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Project Quality Engineer to support multiple North American sites. You will lead root cause analysis, supplier quality improvements, MRB/problem disposition, CAPA and process improvement initiatives to reduce defects and supplier escapes.

Ideally based in Columbus, OH with flexibility for additional sites across NA. Requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years of quality engineering experience, strong supplier QA, and knowledge of FMEA, Lean

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience.
• Experience in supplier quality activities including audits and corrective actions.
• Working knowledge of FMEA, RCA, Lean Six Sigma, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality engineering support for multiple sites across North America.
• Standardize quality processes, metrics, and best practices with site leadership.
• Lead supplier quality activities including audits, SCARs, and supplier development.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to resolve component quality issues and reduce defects.
• Travel periodically to supplier locations and AMETEK sites within North America.

Skills

Quality engineering

Supplier quality

FMEA

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

ISO knowledge

Measurement tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Measurement equipment (calipers, DMM)

Job description

About Us

Join AMETEK Solidstate Controls, a global leader in industrial power equipment manufacturing. We specialize in cutting-edge industrial uninterruptible power supply systems, inverters, power conditioners, battery chargers, and more, delivering unmatched efficiency and performance. At Solidstate Controls, you'll be part of a team that drives technological advancements and ensures critical systems stay powered and dependable. If you're eager to work with top-tier technology and make a significant impact on global industrial power solutions, we invite you to be a part of our exciting journey.

About Us

Join AMETEK Solidstate Controls, a global leader in industrial power equipment manufacturing. We specialize in cutting-edge industrial uninterruptible power supply systems, inverters, power conditioners, battery chargers, and more, delivering unmatched efficiency and performance. At Solidstate Controls, you'll be part of a team that drives technological advancements and ensures critical systems stay powered and dependable. If you're eager to work with top-tier technology and make a significant impact on global industrial power solutions, we invite you to be a part of our exciting journey.

Job Summary

The Project Quality Engineer (QE) is a technical resource supporting multiple AMETEK sites across North America. The QE leads and supports root cause analysis, supplier quality improvement, MRB/problem disposition, corrective action, and process improvement initiatives to reduce defects, scrap, rework, supplier escapes, and customer-impacting quality issues. The QE partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Suppliers to improve product and process quality across the region.

Ideally, the QE will work from our site in Columbus, OH. Additional sites where the QE can be based are in Rochester, NY, Houston, TX, or Chicago, IL.

Key Responsibilities For Multi-Site And Supplier Quality Support

• Provide quality engineering support for multiple manufacturing and service sites throughout North America.
• Partner with site leadership teams to standardize quality processes, metrics, and best practices.
• Lead supplier quality activities including supplier qualification, audits, corrective actions (SCARs), performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with Supply Chain and suppliers to resolve component and material quality issues and reduce supplier-related defects.
• Analyze supplier quality trends and develop improvement plans with key suppliers.
• Support supplier audits, risk assessments, FAI/PPAP/APQP activities, and supplier development programs as required.
• Travel periodically to supplier locations and AMETEK sites within North America.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a closely related discipline; or equivalent combination of certifications and experience
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience
• Experience supporting supplier quality activities including audits, corrective actions, and supplier performance improvement
• Working knowledge of FMEA, root cause analysis, Lean Six Sigma, and Supplier Quality
• Experience using measurement and test equipment (e.g. calipers, DMM)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001/14001/27001

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in power electronics and/or electrical equipment manufacturing
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) certifications as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
• Strong cross-functional communication skills
• Auditor training/ASQ/NQA-1 exposure
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k), plus matching
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
• Paid parental leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

Additional Details

Location

This position is located in Columbus, Ohio, a city that offers cultural experiences and outdoor entertainment throughout the year. With over 200 sunny days annually, Columbus offers a thriving arts scene, a pedestrian-friendly downtown with captivating art, and diverse culinary experiences. Explore the tranquil botanical garden and vibrant art murals along the riverfront trail. Nature enthusiasts will love the parks, lakes, and outdoor activities, from skiing and golfing to hiking and fishing. Columbus is your year-round destination for art, culture, and adventure.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 80,000

Salary Maximum: 105,000

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.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

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