Quality Engineer I

Mesa Power Solutions; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Generous PTO

Health/Dental/Vision insurance for you

Life Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

Critical Illness Insurance

Annual Performance Evaluations

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mesa Power Solutions in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Quality Engineer I to support the development and improvement of quality systems and manufacturing controls. You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Design, Supply Chain, and Service to identify quality risks, investigate issues, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.

The role requires data-driven problem solving, PFMEA/Control Plans familiarity, and hands-on QA on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field related to quality engineering.
• 2+ years of manufacturing quality experience and data analysis.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and CAPA processes.
• Strong root-cause analysis, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain inspection plans and quality requirements.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions using structured methods.
• Manage nonconformances, containment, and effectiveness verification.
• Support PFMEA, PFDP, and process capability studies with data.
• Collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions and audits.
• Prepare technical reports on investigations, trends, and recommendations.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Statistical Analysis

Quality Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quality/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Minitab

MS Excel

APQP PPAP

Job description

Quality Engineer IJob Code16051FLSA StatusExemptJob FamilyQuality ManagementHSE StatusSafety-SensitiveAbout Mesa Power SolutionsMesa Power Solutions is a fast-growing U.S. manufacturer delivering reliable, responsible power systems to industrial markets nationwide. We engineer and build advanced, sound-attenuated, temperature-controlled generator sets designed to perform in the toughest environments. Backed by industry-leading service and real-time telemetry technology, we give our customers the confidence and visibility they need to keep critical operations running.At Mesa, people come first. We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel safe, respected, and valued and where performance, accountability, and professional growth are recognized and rewarded. Our A.D.A.P.T. values drive everything we do. We are:Action-Oriented. Disciplined. Accountable. Passionate. Trustworthy.What We OfferCompetitive base pay401(k) planGenerous paid time off — including vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement100% employer-paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for employees and their dependentsEmployee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability coverageCritical Illness and Accident insuranceAnnual Evaluations with the opportunity for a pay increase based on performanceWe invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success.Employment RequirementsSafety is a core value at Mesa. Positions identified as safety-sensitive require initial drug screening as a condition of employment, and employees in those roles may be subject to random testing in accordance with company policy.If you’re ready to do meaningful work, grow professionally, and be part of a team that’s powering critical industries nationwide, this is your opportunity.Join Mesa Power Solutions and help us build the future of reliable power.Job SummaryThe Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems and manufacturing controls that ensure Mesa products and processes consistently meet engineering, customer, regulatory, and quality requirements.This role works directly with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Service, Reliability, and suppliers to identify quality risks, investigate product and process failures, implement effective corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.The Quality Engineer serves as a technical quality resource throughout the product lifecycle and manufacturing process. The position requires a strong floor presence and the ability to use data, structured problem-solving, risk analysis, and engineering principles to improve product quality and process capability.Essential DutiesDevelop, implement, and maintain inspection plans, Control Plans, acceptance criteria, and quality requirements for new and existing products and manufacturing processes.Support Process and Manufacturing Engineering with process validation, process controls, manufacturing readiness, risk reduction, and continuous improvement activities.Lead and support structured root cause analysis and corrective action using methodologies such as 5-Why, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 8D, CAPA, and other appropriate problem-solving tools.Manage and support product and process nonconformances, including containment, investigation, disposition support, corrective action, and effectiveness verification.Collaborate with Process Engineering in the development and maintenance of Process FMEAs (PFMEA), process flow diagrams, Control Plans, and risk-based manufacturing controls.Support Design Engineering and Reliability Engineering with quality data, failure analysis, design feedback, and lessons learned from manufacturing and field performance.Develop and validate inspection and test methods, including Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Gage R&R, equipment capability, and measurement repeatability.Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC), process capability analysis, trend analysis, Pareto analysis, and other statistical methods to identify variation and improve manufacturing performance.Monitor and analyze quality performance through metrics including First-Pass Yield (FPY), defect rates, scrap, rework, Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), corrective-action effectiveness, and process capability.Support new-product introduction and manufacturing readiness activities using applicable APQP, PPAP, validation, and quality-planning principles.Review engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, BOMs, and technical requirements to ensure appropriate quality controls are established.Work directly with suppliers and Supplier Quality to investigate supplier-related nonconformances, establish containment, and implement effective supplier corrective actions.Participate in and support process audits, product audits, layered process audits, and Quality Management System audits.Identify opportunities for mistake-proofing, defect prevention, process control, and reduction of inspection dependency.Provide technical quality support to Manufacturing and Service when product or process abnormalities occur.Prepare clear technical reports documenting investigations, validation activities, quality trends, corrective actions, and recommendations.Ensure quality activities and records comply with Mesa's Quality Management System and applicable customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.Promote a culture of quality at the source, standardized work, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.Perform other quality engineering responsibilities as required to support business and operational objectives.All other duties assigned.EducationRequired4 Year / Bachelor’s Degree in Quality, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or another related technical discipline preferred; equivalent relevant manufacturing and quality experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.ExperienceRequired2 years of demonstrated experience working directly within manufacturing operations and resolving production-floor quality issues.2 years of experience analyzing manufacturing and quality data to identify trends, variation, systemic failures, and improvement opportunities.PreferredLess than 1 year of experience in power generation, engines, heavy equipment, automotive, industrial assembly, fabricated products, electrical/mechanical systems, machining, or other complex manufacturing environments.2 years of experience supporting supplier quality investigations and corrective actions4 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, Process Engineering, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.Honorably discharged service veterans are preferred.Certifications, Licenses & RegistrationsPreferredASQ certification or similar professional certifications.Six Sigma Green Belt or similar professional certifications.Quality Engineer Certification or ability to obtain.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesStrong understanding of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System principles and risk-based thinking.Working knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, Gage R&R, SPC, process capability, APQP, PPAP, CAPA, and structured corrective-action methodologies.Strong root cause analysis, technical troubleshooting, and systematic problem-solving capability.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, manufacturing requirements, and acceptance criteria.Strong understanding of defect prevention, process control, continuous improvement, and Lean manufacturing principles.Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain focus on overall process and product risk.Ability to prioritize multiple quality issues based on safety, customer impact, production impact, recurrence, and business risk.Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Service, and other functional teams.Strong professional judgment with the ability to make decisions and recommendations based on objective evidence and engineering data.Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ownership and follow-through.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical issues effectively at both shop-floor and leadership levels.Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and statistical/data-analysis software such as Minitab.Must be able to fluently speak, write, and read in English.Culture ExpectationsAction-oriented: Self-motivated, problem solver, takes initiative when issues arise, acting quickly and responding accordingly.Disciplined: Focused, consistently following through with dedication to achieve high standards even when no one is watching.Accountable: Takes ownership and accountability for your actions, good and bad.Passionate: Passionate about what they do and who they work for, by bringing enthusiasm and commitment to every task and team.Trustworthy: Reliable and honest, building confidence through integrity and consistent performance.Physical DemandsConstantSeeing (Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus)HearingUse hands to type, touch, handle, or feelFrequentSittingWalking or moving throughout facilityTalkingBending or stoopingSquatting or crouchingReachingKneelingPushingPullingOccasionalStandingLift up to 25 lbs.Working ConditionsConstantMinimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.FrequentGeneral manufacturing working conditions.OccasionalGeneral warehouse working conditions.Travel is anticipated up to 25%.Travel to and from customer job sites in company service truck.Equipment & SoftwareQuality Management SystemsComputerPhoneMicrosoft applicationsAdditional Job RequirementsWill be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hoursWilling to consent to and pass a background check and drug screening.Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required.Must be able to pass a WorkSTEPS physical.Willing to work Monday-Friday (set schedule).Willingness to work flexible hours including occasional evenings and weekends as required.Supervisory Responsibilities3 or more Direct ReportsMesa Power Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V