Quality Engineer

Innomotics LLC; Norwood (OH); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Remote work a few days a week

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Innomotics LLC in Norwood, OH seeks a Quality Engineer to drive quality improvements in motor manufacturing. You will investigate issues, analyze data, and lead structured problem-solving with cross‑functional teams, including engineering and procurement.

Responsibilities include supplier quality monitoring, CAPA/8D activities, FMEA/Control Plans, and participation in new product introductions. Travel up to 10% may be required; hybrid schedule offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of Quality Engineering in manufacturing, with supplier quality experience.
• ASQ CQE/CQA preferred.
• Root cause analysis and corrective action knowledge (8D, 5 Whys).
• FMEA, Control Plans, FAI, CAPA and process audits familiarity.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and specs.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and continuous improvement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; cross‑functional collaboration.
• Travel up to 10% (domestic/international).

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve quality issues in manufacturing operations.
• Monitor supplier quality and drive corrective actions.
• Analyze production, field, and customer quality data for trends.
• Lead 8D and root cause analyses; develop containment and corrective actions.
• Create and verify preventive actions; communicate plans to stakeholders.
• Support Field Action Plans and supplier initiatives as needed.
• Maintain FMEAs, Control Plans, and related quality docs.
• Conduct supplier audits and risk mitigation activities.
• Track quality KPIs including NCC and support new product introductions.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Effective communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

FMEA

Control Plans

FAI

CAPA

Process audits

Job description

Requisition ID6786-Posted08/20/2026-Norwood-UNITED STATES-Full-time

We are looking for a Quality Engineer to join our team at Innomotics.

The Industry-Leader of Motors and Drives

Innomotics is an industry-leading supplier of motors and large drive systems. With a trusted legacy of more than 150 years of engineering expertise, our products power all the world’s most essential industries. Today, we are bringing the #EnergyTransition to life with a portfolio that enables our customers to boost energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gases, and minimize the carbon footprints of plants.

Our Most Powerful Engine: Our People

We are a team of more than 15,000 dedicated experts, doers, and innovators. For us, engineering the future means keeping businesses in motion. As a global player operating with the spirit and speed of a mid-sized champion, the future holds unlimited opportunities for us. If you share our bold mindset to be best-in-class, we want you IN.

Your Future Role

The Quality Engineer will support motor manufacturing operations by driving the resolution of quality-related issues, eliminating barriers to production, and leading structured problem-solving initiatives. This individual contributor role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, and suppliers to improve product quality, reduce defects, enhance customer satisfaction, and lower the Cost of Non-Quality (NCC).

This position supports the manufacturing of large industrial motors and drive systems in a highly engineered production environment, with responsibility for both internal manufacturing quality and supplier quality performance.

This position is based in the Norwood, OH facility and will work a hybrid schedule.

In this role, you will:

• Support manufacturing operations by investigating and resolving quality issues.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and drive corrective actions.
• Analyze production, field, and customer quality data to identify trends and root causes.
• Lead and participate in structured problem‑solving activities using tools such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis.
• Develop and verify containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
• Communicate quality issues and corrective action plans to customers and stakeholders.
• Support Field Action Plans and customer quality initiatives as needed.
• Develop and maintain FMEAs, Control Plans, and related quality documentation.
• Conduct supplier audits and implement risk mitigation plans.
• Track and analyze quality KPIs, including Cost of Non-Quality (NCC).
• Support supplier qualification, First Article Inspections (FAI), and new product introduction activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and suppliers to drive continuous improvement.

Your profile.

Knowledge/Skills, Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, including 1-2 years of supplier quality experience.
• ASQ certification (CQE, CQA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies, including 8D and 5 Whys.
• Knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, Control Plans, FAI, CAPA, and process audits.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across functions, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%, including occasional domestic and international travel.

The pay range for this position is $73,400 - $125,800. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

What’s IN it for you (Our Benefits)

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, first day of employment
• Matching 401(k) (immediate employer match)
• Competitive paid time off plan, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Education and tuition reimbursement programs available
• Flexibility to work remotely a few days a week
• Paid parental leave

Innomotics is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Innomotics follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information.