Quality Engineer

Roush Yates Engines; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Roush Yates Engines in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive product quality from quote to production. You will apply GD&T, inspection methods, and manufacturing knowledge to ensure parts meet demanding customer requirements.

The role focuses on developing inspection plans, collaborating with Quality and Manufacturing, and utilizing Six Sigma tools to reduce defects. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in manufacturing or metrology are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, metrology, or a related technical field; bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprints, gaging, measurement methods and inspection processes.
• Experience with control plans, PFMEA, process flow diagrams, and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Desirable: CMM programming (Zeiss/Hexagon), calibration knowledge, MRB/corrective action, AS9100/ISO 13485 familiarity.
• Bonus: CAD experience or Gage R&R/capability study knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review customer requirements, drawings, and specs and translate them into inspection strategies (gaging, fixturing, costs).
• Develop and maintain inspection plans for raw materials, first-piece, in-process, receiving, outer processes, final inspection and FAI/FAIR.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and customers to resolve quality issues using lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Ensure inspection documentation, models, prints, and customer requirements are accurate and controlled.

Skills

GD&T

Blueprints/Engineering Drawings

Gaging & Inspection

FMEA & Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

CMM (Zeiss/Hexagon)

Job description

Roush Yates is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive product quality from quote to production. This role is ideal for a technically minded problem-solver who understands GD&T, inspection methods, and manufacturing processes-and wants to play a key role in delivering precision products that meet demanding customer requirements.

What You'll Do

• Review customer requirements, drawings, and specifications during quoting and translate them into effective inspection strategies, including gaging, fixturing, and inspection costs.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans covering raw materials, first-piece, in-process, receiving, outside processes, final inspection, and AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI/FAIR).
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, and customers to resolve quality issues, analyze inspection data, and continuously improve processes using FMEA, Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma principles.
• Ensure inspection documentation, models, prints, and customer requirements are accurate, organized, and controlled.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, metrology, engineering, or a related technical field; bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprints/engineering drawings, gaging, measurement methods, and inspection processes.
• Experience with control plans, PFMEA, process flow diagrams, and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced production environment.
• CMM experience, calibration knowledge, MRB/corrective action experience, and AS9100/ISO 13485 familiarity are highly desirable.
• Bonus: Zeiss or Hexagon CMM programming, CAD experience, or Gage R&R/capability study knowledge.

Requirements

• Must meet minimum vision standards, corrected or uncorrected, as follows: Snellen 14/18, 20/25 or better, Jaeger Type 2 at 14 inches, or Ortho-Rated 8.
• ITAR compliance requires the individual to be a 'U.S. person' (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee).
  

Roush Yates is committed to individual career development while creating a diverse environment & is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.