Quality Engineer II

Daikin Applied Americas Inc; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied Americas Inc is seeking a Quality Engineer in Staunton, VA, in-office. You will review design documentation to ensure UL and ISO9001 compliance, investigate quality concerns, and apply SPC and FMEA to improve manufacturing processes.

The role collaborates with manufacturing engineering and production teams to resolve non-conformities, report major issues, and support Kaizen events, with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field required.
• 2–4 years of engineering or related technical field experience.
• Certifications preferred: CQE, Six Sigma Green belt, Red X Apprentice.

Responsibilities

• Review design documentation for UL and ISO9001 compliance.
• Investigate customer and warranty quality concerns.
• Use quality tools (SPC, FMEA) to analyze data and evaluate processes.

Skills

Problem solving

Quality mindset

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

Certified Quality Assurance Engineer

Six Sigma Green belt

Red X Apprentice

Tools

SPC

FMEA

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a Quality Engineer. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth along with support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Staunton, VA - In-Office

Your Responsibilities

• Review design documentation for compliance with UL and ISO9001 requirements
• Investigate customer/warranty quality concerns
• Document data obtained during quality reviews and use quality tools such as statistical process control (SPC), failure mode effects analysis (FMEA), etc. for analyzing data to evaluate the current process and process changes
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering and production teams to solve quality non-conformities
• Report significant concerns identified during quality assurance activities and recommendations for process improvement to management
• Gather, analyze, and present technical information to team members and management utilizing Pareto Analysis, Frequency Distribution, and 5 WHY techniques
• Regularly demonstrate competency in RCCA tools, methodology, and Poke-yoke level implementation in our Quality Clinics
• Train warehouse personnel on quality topics including but not limited to ISO requirements, standard operating procedures, and Kaizen processes
• Participate in Kaizen events to solve quality problems
• Review non-conformities discovered with purchased products or components and provide input on whether to accept the product
• Plan and conduct the analysis, inspection, and test to assure the quality of finished products once qualified by production

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years of experience in engineering or related technical field
• Certified Quality Assurance Engineer, Six Sigma Green belt, and Red X Apprentice (preferred)

Your Benefits

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $74,200 to $124,300 in VA. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.