Senior Quality Engineer

hitachi; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Alamo, Tennessee is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead quality across products and processes.

You will drive lean improvements, support ISO 9001 compliance, and partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to embed quality throughout the lifecycle. The role emphasizes root cause analysis, data-driven decision making, and robust quality planning for new product introductions, with a focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (Master's preferred).
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing or assembly environments.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001 (IATF experience a plus).
• Expertise in root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Experience with SPC, FMEA, and control plans.
• Certification in CQE or Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of quality management systems aligned with ISO standards.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance and improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate quality across the product lifecycle.
• Analyze data and metrics to identify trends and proactively address risks.
• Support new product introduction with strong quality planning.
• Lead training initiatives to strengthen quality awareness and capability.
• Investigate customer concerns and deliver timely, effective resolutions.

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SPC

FMEA

8D problem solving

CQE / Six Sigma

Job description

Location: Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Quality Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

The Opportunity

Step into a role where quality drives everything. As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and advancing quality standards across products and processes. This position offers the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives, influence cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable improvements that directly enhance customer satisfaction.

You will work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, ensuring quality is embedded throughout the entire product lifecycle—from concept to delivery. With access to advanced tools and methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven analytics, you will help identify trends, prevent issues, and build sustainable solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on problem-solving, continuous improvement, and making a meaningful impact. You'll have the autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the platform to contribute to innovative energy solutions that power the future.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead development and maintenance of quality management systems aligned with ISO standards
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve quality issues
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance and improvement
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate quality across the product lifecycle
• Analyze data and metrics to identify trends and proactively address risks
• Support new product introduction with strong quality planning
• Lead training initiatives to strengthen quality awareness and capability
• Investigate customer concerns and deliver timely, effective resolutions

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (Master's preferred)
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing or assembly environments
• Strong knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001 (IATF experience a plus)
• Expertise in root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
• Experience with SPC, FMEA, and control plans
• Certification in CQE or Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) preferred

More About Us

• Join a global leader advancing sustainable energy solutions and innovation
• Grow your career through continuous learning, development, and advancement opportunities
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on making a real-world impact
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity

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