Quality Engineer - Electronics & SMT, Supplier Quality

hireneXus; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

hireneXus is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive supplier management and technically support manufacturing. You will lead or support quality investigations, and run continuous improvement projects that enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.

The role requires SMT experience and strong analytical abilities, with responsibilities spanning audits, CAPAs, and documentation across regulatory compliance programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• 2–3 years in electronics manufacturing environment or equivalent.
• SMT manufacturing experience is required.
• Quantitative quality methods: SPC, capability analysis, DOE.
• Advanced problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with PLM, engineering changes, ERP, metrics a plus.
• Strong electrical, mechanical, analytical, and statistical aptitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Self-directed with drive to implement innovative solutions.
• ASQ Quality Engineer certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve quality concerns.
• Apply quality tools and root-cause analysis to implement corrective actions.
• Prepare investigation reports, work instructions, and process procedures.
• Develop and deliver quality-related training to employees.
• Promote continuous improvement for product quality and performance.
• Support supplier audits, corrective actions, and supplier changes.
• Lead incoming quality initiatives with suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist in developing incoming inspection processes and testing requirements.
• Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives and projects.

Skills

SMT manufacturing

Statistical quality tools

Root cause analysis

Project management

Technical writing

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

ASQ cert preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

PLM

Job description

hireneXus is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive supplier management and technically support manufacturing. You will lead or support quality investigations, and run continuous improvement projects that enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.

The role requires SMT experience and strong analytical abilities, with responsibilities spanning audits, CAPAs, and documentation across regulatory compliance programs.