Quality Engineer I

Oceaneering; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Oceaneering is seeking a Quality Engineer to support the Quality Management System (QMS), reduce COPQ, and drive data‑driven improvements across programs in Maryland.

Work with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to resolve issues, lead root‑cause analyses, document quality plans, and support audits including ISO 9001, while delivering reliable, on‑time performance. This role offers opportunities for early leadership in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered.
• 0–2 years of quality engineering or continuous improvement experience; internships acceptable.
• US citizenship is required.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, solve problems, and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements and translate into actionable standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to resolve quality issues quickly.
• Lead or support root-cause investigations using 5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC methodologies.
• Provide QA/QC support across project phases, including risk assessments and planning.
• Prepare and manage Quality Plans and client Inspection & Test Plans for traceability.
• Support internal and external audits, including ISO 9001 compliance activities.
• Collect, analyze nonconformance and COPQ data to identify trends and improvements.
• Utilize the SmartSolve QMS to document events and track corrective actions.
• Contribute to customer satisfaction with timely, accurate quality data and reviews.
• Engage in continuous improvement events such as Kaizen and Gemba walks.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Quality engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

TIPQA

Excel

QMS software

Job description

Job Description

The Quality Engineer supports the business unit by executing and improving the Oceaneering Quality Management System (QMS) and associated tools, enabling measurable improvements in product/service quality, on‑time delivery, and cost performance. This role plays a key part in reducing Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), strengthening compliance, and driving operational excellence through data‑driven problem solving and cross‑functional collaboration.

Essential

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements, and translate these into clear, actionable standards and processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and project management teams to identify and resolve quality issues, often in fast‑paced or time‑sensitive situations.
• Lead or support root cause investigations for nonconformances, using structured methodologies such as 5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC, and fault‑tree analysis; develop robust, sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide quality engineering support across the planning, proposal, development, and execution phases of client projects, including risk assessments, metrics reporting, audit readiness, and quality planning.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans, as well as client‑specific Inspection & Test Plans, ensuring traceability and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Support and occasionally facilitate internal and external audits, including ISO 9001 compliance activities.
• Collect, analyze, and report nonconformance, COPQ, and process performance data, identifying trends and recommending improvement initiatives.
• Utilize the SmartSolve QMS to document quality events, track corrective actions, and support continuous improvement workflows.
• Contribute to customer satisfaction and loyalty initiatives by providing timely, accurate quality data and supporting customer‑facing quality reviews.
• Support Oceaneering’s commitment to excellent Health, Safety, and Environmental performance by integrating HSE considerations into quality processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Participate in continuous improvement events (Kaizen, Gemba walks, process mapping).
• Assist with supplier quality activities, including qualification, monitoring, and supplier NCR follow‑up.
• Contribute to digitalization efforts (improving dashboards, automating reports, etc.).
• Support configuration management and documentation control improvements.
• Engage in early‑career leadership opportunities such as presenting CAPA outcomes, sharing best practices, or leading small improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field (Quality, Mechanical, Electrical, or related). Equivalent experience considered.
• 0–2 years of professional experience in Quality Engineering or continuous improvement (internship experience qualifies).
• Must be a US citizen.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, solve problems, and drive process improvements.

Desired

• Coursework or hands‑on academic projects related to quality engineering, reliability, statistics, or process improvement.
• Training or working knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or statistical analysis tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and data‑driven reporting.
• Experience with TIPQA or another QMS software platform.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation $66,400.00 - $93,600.00

About Us

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factor.

About The Team

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost‑effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.