Quality Engineer I

Enpro Inc.; Morgan Hill, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Enpro Inc. is hiring a Quality Engineer to join the NxEdge division in Morgan Hill, onsite. You will maintain and improve quality systems, lead CAPA, and drive cross-functional quality improvements across manufacturing operations.

You will investigate customer quality concerns, participate in audits, and track metrics like QPPM, OTD, RMA logs, and scrap yield, ensuring products meet stringent quality standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, semiconductor, aerospace, or precision machining.
• Strong knowledge of RCA, CAPA, FMEA, SPC, and MSA.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across departments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Proficiency with data analysis techniques and quality software tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve quality management systems in alignment with ISO 9001 and customer requirements.
• Develop, revise, and implement quality procedures, work instructions and control plans.
• Partner with production teams to lead quality improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Investigate customer quality concerns with data-driven responses and resolutions.
• Lead or support FMEA, SPC, and other quality methodologies.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Conduct quality training and maintain required quality system records.
• Track and analyze quality metrics and perform RCA/CAPA actions.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to improve workflows and safety/quality compliance.

Skills

RCA

CAPA

FMEA

SPC

MSA

Data analysis

Quality communication

Education

BS in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field

ASQ CQE Certification (preferred)

Tools

GD&T interpretation

Quality software tools

Job description

Title: Quality Engineer

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Division: NxEdge

Department:Quality

Location: NxEdge - Morgan Hill - Onsite

Salary Range - 102K -110K

Join Enpro as a Quality Engineer

Join NxEdge, an Enpro company, as a Quality Engineer and help drive operational excellence through robust quality systems, continuous improvement initiatives, and customer-focused problem solving. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring products, processes, and systems meet the highest quality standards while supporting the company's commitment to Safety, Excellence, and Respect.

The Quality Engineer is responsible for maintaining and improving quality management systems, supporting manufacturing operations, and driving corrective and preventive actions that enhance product quality and customer satisfaction. This position works cross-functionally with production and operations teams to improve processes, resolve quality issues, and ensure compliance with industry and customer requirements.

What You'll Do

• Maintain and continuously improve quality management systems in alignment with ISO 9001 and customer specific requirements
• Develop, revise, and implement quality procedures, work instructions and control plans
• Partner with production teams to lead quality improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
• Investigate customer quality concerns and provide timely, data-driven responses and resolutions
• Lead or support FMEA, SPC, and other quality engineering methodologies
• Support internal and external audits and ensure completion of effectiveness of corrective actions
• Conduct quality training and maintain required quality system records
• Maintaining calibration records, production SOPs, travelers, PORs, and controlled quality documentation
• Track and analyze quality metrics including QPPM, OTD, RMA logs, customer complaint logs, scrap yield, and SPC as required
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventative action (CAPA)
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented and effective
• Inspect and test materials, equipment, processes, and products to verify conformance to specifications
• Collaborate with operations leadership to develop controls, improve workflows, and ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements
• Troubleshoot production and product issues while reviewing engineering specifications, drawings, and manufacturing processes

Your Role in Our Values

At Enpro, our values of Safety, Excellence, and Respect guide how we work, collaborate, and grow. In this role, you will have opportunities to live these values every day by creating safe environments, driving meaningful results, and building respectful relationships.

Safety

Champion a culture of safety by embracing the Enpro Safety Pledge in everything you do. Ensure processes, products, and work environments meet safety requirements while proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.

Excellence

Drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision making, process optimization, and a commitment to quality in every aspect of operations.

Respect

Build strong partnerships across functions and support an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives contribute to better outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, semiconductor, aerospace, or precision machining
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies including RCA, CAPA, FMEA, SPC, and MSA
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Proficiency with data analysis techniques and quality software tools
• Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 35 pounds and wear required personal protective equipment
• Flexibility to train and work in other functional areas as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Certification
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification
• Additional experience supporting ISO-based quality systems and customer audits

NxEdge is a subsidiary of Enpro, a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences.

At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.