Quality Engineer

Spencer Ogden; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden in Houston seeks an experienced Quality Engineer to support quality initiatives for a leading battery energy storage manufacturer. You will manage NCRs, drive 8D investigations and CAPA, and lead end-to-end quality improvements with engineering, manufacturing and suppliers; travel ~30%.

Requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 8–10 years of quality engineering experience, with strong analytical and cross-functional communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8–10 years of quality engineering experience.
• Experience with NCRs, 8D, and CAPA.
• Background in manufacturing quality and supplier quality.
• Battery/energy storage experience is highly relevant.
• Strong analytical, communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel ~30%.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), driving timely resolution and follow‑through.
• Analyze quality trends and determine when issues require formal 8D investigations or CAPAs.
• Lead end‑to‑end quality issue resolution through collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and other cross‑functional teams.
• Support quality investigations involving new products, manufacturing processes, and battery‑related technologies.
• Conduct internal and third‑party supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Monitor quality KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities while independently driving quality initiatives and meeting performance targets.

Skills

NCR management

8D problem solving

CAPA processes

Supplier quality

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Now Hiring: Quality Engineer | Battery Energy Storage

Employment: Contract-to-Hire (6 Months)

I am seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to support quality initiatives for a leading company in the battery energy storage industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on quality professional with experience in manufacturing, supplier quality, and end‑to‑end issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), driving timely resolution and follow‑through.
• Analyze quality trends and determine when issues require formal 8D investigations or Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
• Lead end‑to‑end quality issue resolution through collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and other cross‑functional teams.
• Support quality investigations involving new products, manufacturing processes, and battery‑related technologies.
• Conduct internal and third‑party supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Monitor quality KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities while independently driving quality initiatives and meeting performance targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Approximately 8–10 years of relevant quality engineering experience.
• Strong experience managing NCRs, 8D problem‑solving, and CAPA processes.
• Background in manufacturing quality, supplier quality, and product testing or inspection.
• Experience working with batteries, energy storage systems, electrical enclosures, or related manufactured products is highly relevant.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be comfortable with approximately 30% travel.