Quality Engineer

MacLean Power Systems; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead cross-functional quality initiatives and supplier quality improvements. You will drive root cause analyses, CAPA, audits, and documentation to uphold ISO 9001 standards and ensure product quality.

The role requires strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills to collaborate across design, production, and supply chain. Prior manufacturing quality experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related quality field is preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality engineering or a related role within manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.
• Certifications such as ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional collaboration with product design, management, production, and supply chain to identify quality risks and mitigate them effectively.
• Oversee supplier management activities to monitor quality deviations and drive zero-defect standards.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and enforce CAPA at supplier sites to ensure compliance with quality specs.
• Plan and conduct audits of production processes, raw materials, and suppliers.
• Lead CAPA investigations and drive action closure.
• Serve as SME for quality systems and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 where applicable.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality documentation and control plans.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior quality staff and support training.
• Support new product introductions by ensuring quality requirements are defined and implemented.

Skills

Communication

Auditing

Documentation

Training

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

5S & Quality policies

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing

Tools

Electronic document control systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) plays a critical role in managing and improving supplier quality performance and leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality standards for products and processes. The SQE collaborates with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve quality issues, implement corrective actions, maintain robust quality systems, and ensure compliance with internal and external quality requirements,

Job Duties

• Lead cross-functional collaboration with product design, product management, production, and supply chain to identify quality risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

• Oversee supplier management activities to monitor and address quality deviations, ensuring zero-defect standards.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and enforce corrective and preventive actions at supplier sites to ensure compliance with defined quality specifications.
• Provide leadership in resolving supplier-related quality issues, guiding cross-functional teams through structured problem-solving and corrective action processes.

• Plan and conduct audits of production processes, raw materials, and suppliers to ensure compliance with established quality standards and specifications.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations for defects, non-conformities, customer complaints, and other quality issues; drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to closure.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for quality systems and ensure compliance with external quality standards and certifications, such as ISO 9001, as applicable.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality documentation, including procedures, work instructions, control plans, and inspection criteria.
• Analyze quality data and performance metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior quality staff and support quality training initiatives across the organization.
• Support new product introductions and process changes by ensuring quality requirements are defined, validated, and implemented effectively.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely completion of all quality-related documentation and records.
• Promote and enforce 5S, Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures throughout the organization.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, process capability, and customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality engineering or a related role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.
• Proven experience handling complex quality issues and leading cross-functional problem-solving efforts.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt) preferred.

Competencies/ Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Skilled in planning and executing supplier audits, managing non-conformance follow-ups, and ensuring regulatory alignment.
• Document Control & Quality Documentation: Experienced in authoring and managing quality documentation, including procedures, audit reports, and compliance records, using electronic document control systems.
• Skilled in effective training.
• Advanced technical and analytical skills related to quality systems, tools, and methodologies.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving capabilities (e.g., 5 Why & 8D).
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive data-based decisions.
• Leadership, mentoring, and collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality excellence.