Quality Manufacturing Engineer, Heat Exchangers

Danfoss; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Quality Engineer to strengthen product quality, improve manufacturing performance, and drive continuous improvement at our Louisville site. You will partner with operations, engineering, sourcing, and suppliers to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction.

You will apply structured problem‑solving methods, lead audits, and coach teams in quality best practices, embedding a culture of continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Experience with metrology, gauging and calibration system management.
• Experience in manufacturing environments; metal stamping/pressing and assembly ops preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FMEA, 8D, RCPS, SOP, and blueprint reading.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Axapta or SAP).
• Computer literacy and strong knowledge in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for customer and manufacturing quality issues.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify process risks, implement preventive actions, and improve operational performance.
• Strengthen quality systems through audits, documentation management, and compliance activities that support industry and customer standards.
• Apply quality and continuous improvement tools to analyze performance data, drive decision‑making, and deliver measurable business results.
• Coach and support employees in quality methods and best practices, helping build capability and a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Metrology & calibration management

Manufacturing experience

FMEA / 8D / RCPS / SOP / blueprint

ERP systems knowledge

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business or related

Tools

Axapta

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

As a Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in strengthening product quality, improving manufacturing performance, and driving continuous improvement across our operations. Your work will help ensure we deliver reliable, high-quality solutions that meet customer expectations and support Danfoss' commitment to excellence.

You will partner with operations, engineering, sourcing, and suppliers to identify opportunities, solve complex quality challenges, and implement sustainable improvements. By applying structured problem‑solving methods and quality tools, you will help reduce waste, improve efficiency, and increase customer satisfaction.

This is an opportunity to influence processes, develop people, and build a culture where quality is embedded in everything we do.

This is a fully onsite position at our factory in Louisville, Kentucky.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for customer and manufacturing quality issues, helping prevent recurrence and improve product reliability.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify process risks, implement preventive actions, and improve operational performance.
• Strengthen quality systems through audits, documentation management, and compliance activities that support industry and customer standards.
• Apply quality and continuous improvement tools to analyze performance data, drive decision‑making, and deliver measurable business results.
• Coach and support employees in quality methods and best practices, helping build capability and a culture of continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Experience with metrology, gauging and calibration system management experience
• Experience in manufacturing environments; experience with metal stamping/pressing and assembly operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FMEA, 8D, RCPS, SOP, and blueprint reading
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Axapta or SAP)
• Computer literacy and strong knowledge in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to challenge the status quo and drive meaningful changes

What You'll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.