Quality Engineer

Danfoss GmbH; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Annual bonus

Job summary

Danfoss Drives seeks a Quality Engineer in Loves Park, IL to strengthen quality systems, improve product reliability, and support operational excellence within a manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and supplier quality teams to reduce defects, drive CAPA, and implement QMS improvements that deliver measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or another related technical field.
• Experience with quality engineering tools and methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement).
• Solid experience with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949); lead auditor certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, including defect tracking, nonconformance investigations, data analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Facilitate root cause analysis, CAPA activities, and cross-functional problem-solving efforts to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality documentation, including FMEAs, Control Plans, SOPs, work instructions, and inspection plans.
• Partner with production teams and suppliers to address component and material quality concerns while driving timely and effective resolution.
• Conduct internal audits, support compliance activities, and identify opportunities to strengthen the Quality Management System (QMS) and manufacturing processes.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Lead auditor certification

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

Quality Engineer

Req ID: 50816
Job Location: Loves Park, IL, US
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type: On-site

The Impact You'll Make

Are you passionate about solving complex quality challenges and driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment? As a Quality Engineer at Danfoss Drives, you will play a key role in strengthening quality systems, improving product reliability, and supporting operational excellence across our facility. In this role, you will work closely with manufacturing, operations, and supplier quality teams to ensure products consistently meet customer expectations and industry standards. Your expertise will help reduce defects, improve processes, and create lasting quality improvements that make a measurable impact. Join a collaborative team where your ideas, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills will help shape the future of quality and manufacturing performance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, including defect tracking, nonconformance investigations, data analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Facilitate root cause analysis, CAPA activities, and cross-functional problem-solving efforts to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality documentation, including FMEAs, Control Plans, SOPs, work instructions, and inspection plans.
• Partner with production teams and suppliers to address component and material quality concerns while driving timely and effective resolution.
• Conduct internal audits, support compliance activities, and identify opportunities to strengthen the Quality Management System (QMS) and manufacturing processes.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or another related technical field.
• Experience with quality engineering tools and methodologies, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement practices.
• Solid experience with Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949; lead auditor certification is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• The US base salary range for this full-time position is $65,000- $95,000 + bonus + benefits.
• You’ll receive benefits like 401(K) access, annual bonus, paid vacation, insurance, and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.