Quality Engineering Lead - Drive Process Excellence

SMC Corporation; Noblesville (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SMC Corporation in Noblesville, Indiana, seeks a Quality Engineer to provide quality engineering, continuous improvement, and documentation support. The role requires applying engineering first principles, leading teams, and overseeing processes to ensure product quality and compliance.

You will interpret customer requirements, lead problem-solving using GD&T and FMEA, and coordinate inspections and audits. Some travel is required (<10%), with a focus on continuous improvement and supplier quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or technical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with GD&T and FMEA processes.
• Experience applying statistics and quality tools (SPC, data analysis).
• Ability to manage projects and lead problem-solving teams.
• Strong communication with internal/external customers.

Responsibilities

• Interpret requirements and ensure outputs meet customer needs.
• Lead quality teams and coordinate problem-solving activities.
• Implement and monitor inspection/test procedures on the floor.
• Support ISO 9001 based quality system and continuous improvement.
• Provide supplier quality assurance and corrective action follow-up.
• Travel for training, support, or trade shows (<10%).
• Conduct internal audits and drive corrective actions.

Skills

GD&T

FMEA

Project management

Statistical methods

Quality planning

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or technical engineering

Tools

CMM

Inspection equipment

Job description

SMC Corporation in Noblesville, Indiana, seeks a Quality Engineer to provide quality engineering, continuous improvement, and documentation support. The role requires applying engineering first principles, leading teams, and overseeing processes to ensure product quality and compliance.

You will interpret customer requirements, lead problem-solving using GD&T and FMEA, and coordinate inspections and audits. Some travel is required (<10%), with a focus on continuous improvement and supplier quality initiatives.