Quality Engineer

Dotson; York, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems, headquartered in Fort Mill, SC, is seeking a seasoned professional to develop and implement organizational changes that promote quality and efficiency improvements.

You will evaluate internal processes, establish KPIs, oversee implementation of changes, and ensure compliance with 5S and safety policies, leveraging Lean/Six Sigma practices. The role requires leadership, mentoring and strong communication to drive cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Typically require a bachelor's degree and 6 or more years of experience.
• Lean, Six Sigma or related certification may be required.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good judgement and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements organizational changes to promote quality and efficiency improvements.
• Oversee evaluation of internal processes and identify opportunities for improvements.
• Establish KPIs, assess current state, and define future state goals and objectives.
• Oversee implementation of process changes and track progress toward goals.
• Adhere to 5S standards and safety, environmental and quality policies.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching/Mentoring

Communication

Teamwork

Judgement

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

Develops and implements organizational changes meant to promote quality and efficiency improvements.

Job Duties

• Evaluate internal processes and identify opportunities for improvements
• Establish key performance indicators for functions being reviewed, evaluate current state and propose future state goals and objectives
• Oversee implementation of process changes and track progress towards efficiency or quality goals
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Perform work with a high degree of latitude
• Handle the most complex issues
• Possess expert knowledge of subject matter
• Provide leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to subordinate group
• Typically require a bachelor's degree and 6 or more years of experience
• May require Lean, Six Sigma or related certification
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Judgement
• Detail oriented

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.