Quality Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring & Training

Flexible work style

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Danfoss Drives is seeking a Quality Engineer to strengthen quality systems, improve product reliability, and support operational excellence across the facility. You will collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and supplier quality to meet customer expectations and industry standards.

You will develop and maintain quality documentation, lead root-cause analyses, and drive continuous improvement with a focus on defect reduction and process excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Industrial Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with quality engineering tools and methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC) and RCA.
• Lead auditor certification is a plus.
• Strong analytical and collaborative skills.

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 to resolve quality issues.
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality documentation (FMEAs, Control Plans, SOPs, work instructions, inspection plans).
• Partner with production and suppliers to address quality concerns and drive timely resolution.
• Conduct internal audits and strengthen the QMS and manufacturing processes.

Education

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

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Job description

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.

Ready to make an impact in a growing manufacturing environment? Help drive quality excellence at Danfoss Drives.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $65,000- $95,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

You’ll receive benefits like 401(K) access, annual bonus, paid vacation, insurance, and more.

These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about, we think they’re pretty great. This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Join Danfoss Drives and become part of a team making a significant impact in energy efficiency and electrification. As a global leader in power conversion solutions, we are committed to sustainability, exceptional quality, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Our technology powers industries worldwide and supports global decarbonization efforts. Engineer a better future with Danfoss, where meaningful change begins with you!

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you!

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.