Quality Systems Engineer in Austin

Energy Jobline ZR; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Austin, Texas seeks a Quality Systems Engineer to lead the Quality Management System, ensure ISO 9001 compliance, and drive operational excellence. You will own QMS documentation, perform internal and supplier audits, and guide CAPA activities while partnering with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve product quality and process performance.

The role emphasizes strong root cause analysis, cross-functional communication, and organization to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in quality systems or quality engineering within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and QMS implementation.
• Experience developing, maintaining, or improving quality management systems.
• Leading internal audits and supporting external audits.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Willing to travel up to 25% as needed.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification is desirable.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or CI methods is desirable.
• ASQ CQE/CQA certifications are desirable.
• Experience with ERP systems, document control, and statistical quality tools.
• Experience in regulated/process manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Maintain ISO 9001 compliance and support external certification audits.
• Serve as SME for quality systems, procedures, and document control.
• Develop, revise, and maintain quality policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal, supplier, and process audits.
• Manage CAPA activities and root cause investigations.
• Support nonconformance investigations and corrective actions.
• Facilitate management review meetings and monitor QMS metrics.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve quality and process performance.
• Support customer audits and quality requirements.
• Provide training on quality system requirements and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and CI methods.

Skills

Quality systems

ISO 9001

Audits

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional communication

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems

Document control

Statistical quality tools

Job description

About the job

The Quality Systems Engineer leads the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and supporting operational excellence across the organization.

We're looking for someone who

• Holds a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field


• Has 3–7+ years of experience in quality systems or quality engineering within a manufacturing environment


• Demonstrates strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and Quality Management System (QMS) implementation


• Has experience developing, maintaining, or improving quality management systems


• Has experience leading internal audits and supporting external certification audits


• Demonstrates strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills


• Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership


• Is highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities independently


• Is willing to travel up to 25% as business needs require


• Has an ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification ()


• Has experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies ()


• Holds ASQ certifications such as CQE or CQA ()


• Has experience with ERP systems, document control, and statistical quality tools ()


• Has experience working in regulated or process manufacturing environments ()

What you'll do

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS)


• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 requirements and support external certification audits


• Serve as the subject matter expert for quality systems, procedures, and document control


• Develop, revise, and maintain quality policies, procedures, and documentation


• Plan, coordinate, and conduct internal, supplier, and process audits


• Manage corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities and root cause investigations


• Support nonconformance investigations and implement effective corrective actions


• Facilitate management review meetings and monitor QMS performance metrics


• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other departments to improve product quality and process performance


• Support customer audits and customer quality requirements


• Provide training and guidance on quality system requirements and best practices


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies