Quality Engineering Specialist: Root-Cause & Improvement

Prolec Energy; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Prolec GE Waukesha is seeking a Quality Engineering Specialist to act as the technical authority on quality systems, reliability, and continuous improvement within our large-scale manufacturing operation. You will lead complex investigations, strengthen quality processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to eliminate defects and prevent recurrence.

You will drive root cause analysis, analyze COQ data, and develop actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Excellent written communication with ability to create concise technical reports and investigation summaries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience leading technical investigations and root cause analyses.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions and influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Strong proficiency in statistical tools and experience leveraging predictive analytics to anticipate quality trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations for in-house non-conformances, FAT failures, and field-returned failures using advanced methodologies.
• Conduct forensic analysis of components and assemblies and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Author technical reports translating investigation findings into actionable recommendations.
• Analyze quality trends and perform COQ assessments to support data-driven decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean principles and process optimization techniques.
• Support and enhance ISO 9001 compliance, audits, and quality management systems.
• Define and modify manufacturing processes to optimize efficiency while maintaining quality.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and leadership to resolve quality challenges.
• Develop and deliver training on inspection methods, testing equipment, and quality standards.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical reporting

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

Prolec GE Waukesha is seeking a Quality Engineering Specialist to act as the technical authority on quality systems, reliability, and continuous improvement within our large-scale manufacturing operation. You will lead complex investigations, strengthen quality processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to eliminate defects and prevent recurrence.

You will drive root cause analysis, analyze COQ data, and develop actionable recommendations.