Quality Engineer II (Open)

Idaho Society of Professional Engineers; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a Quality Engineer II to join a startup manufacturing site in Prince George, VA. You will lead quality initiatives, develop plans, and partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure a compliant, high-quality startup.

You will drive CAPA, process validation, and continuous improvement, while reading drawings and ensuring ISO 9001 standards are met. This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of quality engineering principles and controls.
• Experience leading CAPA, containment, and corrective actions.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and GD&T specs.
• Data-driven decision making with strong analytical skills.
• Experience with NPI, process validation, and manufacturing startups.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection plans, control plans, PFMEAs, and process docs.
• Support new product introductions, process development, and startup activities.
• Drive root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions for quality issues.
• Analyze quality data, defect trends, and process performance metrics.
• Develop and sustain quality controls, work instructions, and standards.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.
• Interface with customers and suppliers to resolve quality concerns.
• Support containment, nonconformance investigations, and rapid quality actions.
• Support Gauge R&R, measurement system evaluations, and process capability improvements.
• Conduct audits to ensure ISO 9001 and QMS compliance.
• Maintain quality documentation and records for customers and regs.
• Promote safety, quality, and operational excellence across the facility.

Skills

Quality engineering principles

CAPA & root cause analysis

GD&T reading

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Measurement system analysis (MSA)

Communication skills

Multi-priority management

Quality controls & process validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing/Industrial Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality Management Systems

Job description

Quality Engineer II

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Location/Division Specific Information

** On-site at our Prince George, VA facility. **

This role is to support a new factory in Prince George, VA (onsite) startup manufacturing large form-factor equipment. The product will be large (shipping container size), heavy (50+ tons), and complex. This position will be part of the core factory startup and onboarding team responsible for building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating the process flow/work instructions/etc. from the ground up. Skills to include panel and point to point wire assembly, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and High-Power Electronic assemblies.

How will you make an impact?

You will serve as a key quality representative supporting manufacturing operations, customers, and suppliers by driving process improvements, implementing and sustaining quality controls, resolving quality issues, and ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and company requirements. Through data-driven decision making, root cause analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, you will improve product and process performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and support the successful startup and long-term growth of a new manufacturing operation.

What will you do?

• Develop and maintain quality plans, inspection plans, control plans, PFMEAs, and process documentation.
• Support new product introductions, process development, process validation, and manufacturing startup activities.
• Drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive actions for internal, supplier, and customer quality issues.
• Analyze quality data, defect trends, Pareto analysis, and process performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, implement, and sustain quality controls, inspection processes, work instructions, training materials, and quality standards.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to improve product and process performance.
• Interface directly with customers and suppliers to resolve quality concerns and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support containment activities, nonconformance investigations, and rapid response quality actions.
• Support Gauge R&R studies, measurement system evaluations, and process capability improvement activities.
• Conduct audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality management system requirements.
• Maintain quality documentation and records to support customer, regulatory, and business requirements.
• Support ongoing ISO 9001 compliance and quality system initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence across the facility.

How will you get here?

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field required.

Experience

• 3+ years of Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting quality improvement initiatives, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process controls.
• Experience working with electrical, electronic, electro-mechanical, or industrial manufacturing processes preferred.
• Experience supporting startup operations, new product introductions (NPI), process validation, or manufacturing launches is a plus.
• Experience with large form-factor manufacturing, industrial equipment, power systems, heavy equipment, or other complex assemblies is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong understanding of quality engineering principles, quality controls, inspection methodologies, and process controls.
• Experience leading root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), containment activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, CAPA, Pareto Analysis, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Experience supporting Gauge R&R studies, process validation activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with panel assembly, point-to-point wiring, medium-voltage systems, low-voltage systems, or high-power electronic assemblies.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management system requirements.
• Experience interacting directly with customers and suppliers on quality-related issues.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification is a plus.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

The pay range for this role is $65,500 - $117,900. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity. As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan; and paid time off.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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