Quality Engineer: Lead Process Quality & Continuous Improvement

Energy Jobline ZR; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Electrical Systems (QES) in West Jordan, UT is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop and maintain the QMS supporting design, manufacturing, testing, and delivery of QES products.

You will lead root-cause analyses, drive CAPA and audits, and partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to reduce defects and improve process capability. This role emphasizes data-driven improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2–5 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), preferably ISO 9001.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and document control practices.
• Familiarity with auditing techniques and quality tools.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and quality reporting methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and other business software systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations using methodologies such as 8D, A3, GSTD, CAPA, and other structured problem-solving tools.
• Manage corrective actions and verify the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Conduct internal quality audits and support external customer, certification, and regulatory audits.
• Analyze quality performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support Nonconforming Product (NCP) processes, including containment, disposition, and corrective action activities.
• Partner with Engineering to ensure design changes, ECOs, and documentation updates are compliant and properly controlled.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing to improve process capability, reduce defects, and improve first-pass yield.
• Support supplier quality activities, including supplier evaluations, corrective actions, and performance monitoring.
• Develop and deliver quality-related training to employees.
• Monitor compliance with ISO 9001 requirements and company quality procedures.
• Utilize quality data and reporting tools to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Support customer issue resolution, field failures, and warranty investigations.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Assist with developing and monitoring quality objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Work cross-functionally to standardize processes, reduce defects, and support sustainable quality improvements throughout the organization.

Skills

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Auditing

Problem solving

Documentation control

MS Office / SharePoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

QMS software

Statistical analysis tools (Minitab/JMP)

Job description

Quality Electrical Systems (QES) in West Jordan, UT is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop and maintain the QMS supporting design, manufacturing, testing, and delivery of QES products.

You will lead root-cause analyses, drive CAPA and audits, and partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to reduce defects and improve process capability. This role emphasizes data-driven improvement and cross-functional collaboration.