Quality Engineer

YO IT Consulting; Connersville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is seeking a Quality Engineer to oversee quality functions in welding and steel fabrication. You will lead the quality team, manage inspection processes, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer specifications and industry standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of AWS D1.1, ISO 9001, ASME, ISO, and related quality practices, with a focus on welding, materials, and fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of welding codes (AWS D1.1) and fabrication standards.
• Experience with cutting, forming, machining, and assembly of steel.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T.
• Experience performing or supervising NDE activities.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude and familiarity with root-cause tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 and welding standards (AWS D1.1/D1.6).
• Maintain certifications and compliance documentation for quality programs.
• Lead audits (internal and external) and coordinate corrective actions.
• Oversee welding procedure development, qualification, and documentation.
• Ensure welder qualification/requalification per AWS/ASME codes and customer needs.
• Collaborate with Engineering to review drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and build requirements.
• Validate material certifications and traceability for incoming steel.
• Manage dimensional and weld inspections and NDE testing.
• Lead root cause analyses on weld defects and material issues.
• Approve final products prior to shipment.

Skills

AWS D1.1 knowledge

Steel fabrication processes

Drawings & GD&T

NDE experience

Root-cause analysis tools

Job description

Job Description

Position: Quality Engineer
Job Type: Full-time

Must Haves

• Strong knowledge of welding codes (Specifically AWS D1.1).
• Experience with steel fabrication processes such as cutting, forming, machining, and assembly.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T.
• Experience performing or supervising NDE.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and familiarity with root‑cause tools.

Position Summary

The Quality Engineer oversees all quality‑related functions within a welding and steel fabrication operation. This role ensures that fabricated components meet or exceed customer specifications, industry standards (AWS, ASME, ISO, AISC, etc.), and internal quality requirements. The Quality Engineer leads the quality team, manages inspection processes, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and supports production through technical expertise in welding, materials, and fabrication processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001, AWS D1.1/D1.6, ASME, and other applicable standards.
• Maintain certifications and compliance documentation.
• Lead internal and external audits; coordinate corrective actions and follow‑up.
• Oversee welding procedure development, qualification, and documentation.
• Ensure welder qualification and requalification according to AWS, ASME, or customer‑specific codes.
• Work closely with engineering to review fabrication drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and build requirements.
• Validate material certifications, heat numbers, and traceability for all incoming steel components.
• Manage dimensional inspections, weld inspections, and NDE testing.
• Lead root cause analysis on weld defects, material issues, or nonconforming components.
• Approve final products before shipment to ensure adherence to customer specifications.
• Lead and develop quality inspectors and welding inspectors.