Senior Quality Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Sustainable energy solutions focus

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer in Memphis, Tennessee. In this role, you will advance quality standards across products and processes and lead impactful initiatives. You will work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to ensure quality is embedded throughout the product lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include developing quality management systems, conducting audits, and analyzing data for trends. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, along with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing or assembly environments.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001.
• Certification in CQE or Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of quality management systems.
• Conduct internal and external audits for compliance.
• Drive corrective actions to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Quality management systems

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

SPC

FMEA

8D and 5 Whys tools

Job description

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.