Quality Control and Testing Manager

Siemens; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 84,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens, Knightdale, NC, seeks a seasoned Quality Control & Testing Manager for a greenfield skid assembly facility. You will drive continuous improvement, establish testing protocols, and ensure robust ISO-compliant processes across assembly and testing activities.

You will lead audits, implement defect-tracking and yield programs, monitor KPIs, and collaborate with procurement and operations to ensure top quality and customer satisfaction. Relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, quality management, and testing.
• Competent understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering theory and principles, and mechanical drawing interpretation.
• Ability to use measurement instruments including force gauges, calipers, micrometers, hardness testing equipment, and basic multimeter readings.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 management requirements and ability to apply requirements.
• Experience with AS9145 (APQP) or 5P processes for facility/product launches.
• Knowledge of machining processes and basic theory.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and run day-to-day testing and inspection.
• Prepare the site for ISO certification through process development, document control, and audits.
• Lead internal ISO audits and drive corrective action cadence.
• Monitor NCCs and lead 8D teams for root cause analysis and preventive action.
• Develop and implement quality systems to improve yield and reduce defects.
• Track KPI domains such as Process Quality, Delivery Quality, and Customer Satisfaction.
• Support ISO integration and GEMBA-based risk identification and issue resolution.
• Support Supplier Quality Management to ensure delivered quality and reduce NCCs.
• Assist with product advisories and RMA process management.
• Commit to plant safety and Siemens Zero Harm culture.

Skills

Quality engineering

Quality management

Testing

Measurement instruments

ISO 9001

AS9145 / 5P

Problem solving

SieOps

Salesforce

SAP

MS Teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Advanced degree in engineering

Tools

SieOps

Salesforce

SAP

MS Teams

Job description

Job Family: Electrification & Automation

Req ID: 504580

Here at Siemens, we take pride in helping create sustainable progress through technology. We support our customers by connecting the real and digital worlds. Our goal is to improve how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation. We know business grows only when people grow, so we always put our people first. Our global and diverse team is ready to support you and help you grow in new ways.

Transform the every day with us!

Electrification & Automation

The Electrification & Automation (E&A) Business Unit provides a full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets. We support today’s power distribution needs while investing in future technologies to build the power grid of tomorrow.

The Knightdale facility will deliver integrated electrical skid assemblies that combine power distribution and power conversion equipment with protection and automation systems. Electrical skids provide outdoor rated, modular, value-add solutions for key vertical markets to improve delivery reliability and lower total cost of ownership for customers. We are located in the heart of the Research Triangle, about 20 minutes east of Raleigh. Enjoy top-rated schools, a mild four-season climate, easy access to mountains and coast, and a cost of living that lets your compensation go further than most major metros — without trade-offs.

We are looking for a Quality Control & Testing Manager for our new Skid Assembly facility in Knightdale, NC. Relocation assistance is available.

Overview

The Electrification and Automation Business Unit is looking for a Quality Control & Testing Manager to drive continuous improvement, optimization, and testing of all production activities at our Knightdale, North Carolina location, an assembly and distribution facility primarily focused on energy distribution. Electrification and Automation offers a full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and sales channels. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of today’s and tomorrow’s power grid.

You will be responsible for driving an ongoing failure prevention mindset using key quality planning processes and tools, supporting both proactive and reactive activities as required. You will develop and facilitate continuous improvement activities with the overall goal of complete customer satisfaction and streamlined, efficient assembly and production processes.

You will be responsible for assembly inspection and testing protocols, and for ensuring proper testing equipment, processes, and protocols are used to verify functionality of in-process and assembled products and solutions.

We are looking for a Quality Control and Testing Manager for our SieSAW (Siemens Skid Assembly Workshop) operation, based in Raleigh/Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a greenfield startup assembly plant.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimal day-to-day testing and inspection

• Prepare the site for ISO certification through process development, compliance activities, document control, and audit preparation

• Lead Siemens internal monthly ISO audits and drive a structured monthly corrective action cadence

• Monitor and analyze NCCs (Non-Conformance Costs), and lead 8D teams to drive root cause analysis and preventive action implementation with related process owners

• Develop and implement quality systems including LPAs, defect tracking, yield monitoring, inspection controls, and process discipline to improve first-pass yield and reduce defects and DPM

• Process Quality, Delivery Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Cost of Quality, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), as well as aligned BU and HQ KPIs

• Lead the implementation of ISO matrix and integrated management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 4501)

• Support assembly operations by providing daily input during GEMBA walks to proactively identify quality risks and support real-time issue resolution

• Support Supplier Quality Management (SQM) to achieve best-in-class quality processes in alignment with EA Procurement, ensuring delivered quality and reducing supplier-caused NCCs

• Support product advisories and RMA (Return Material Authorization) process management

• Commit to plant safety procedures and drive the Siemens Zero Harm culture together for a safe and sustainable future

• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity, standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets

• Drive an ownership culture where all employees feel they are an integral part of the business

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in engineering or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, quality management, and testing

• Competent understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering theory and principles, and mechanical drawing interpretation and print reading

• Ability to understand and use measurement instruments including force gauges, calipers, micrometers, hardness testing equipment, and basic multimeter readings

• Thorough understanding of basic materials such as steel, aluminum, copper, brass, and plastics

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 management requirements, with the ability to read, interpret, and apply standard requirements

• Experience with AS9145 (APQP) or 5P processes supporting facility launches, product launches, or production line expansions

• Knowledge of machining processes with an understanding of basic theory and characteristics

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with safely testing and using test equipment for low voltage power and control circuits, high potential testing, megger testing, continuity testing of power and control wiring (similar or equivalent to NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP))

• Familiarity with Medium Voltage and Low Voltage switchgear, power transformers, protection and automation systems, Photo Voltaic and Battery Energy Storage System inverters

• Experience in a startup manufacturing environment, including facility launches, ramp-ups, or product line expansions

• Knowledge of data center, photovoltaic, battery energy storage, and power distribution applications

• Experience with mechanical and electrical equipment integration assembly processes

• Industry knowledge and best practices related to NEC, IBC, and IFC codes

• Software application knowledge including SieOps, Salesforce, SAP, and MS Teams

• 6S methodology knowledge and certification

• ASQ certification

• Thorough understanding of structured problem-solving and quality improvement tools

• Previous experience in a metalworking manufacturing environment

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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$83,966 $143,942 5%

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Quality Management