Senior Quality Engineer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Vantara Corporation is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to shape and advance quality standards across products and processes. You will lead cross-functional teams and drive initiatives from concept to delivery with lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven analytics. Expect impact through audits, training, and proactive risk management.

This role emphasizes problem-solving, continuous improvement, and meaningful impact on customer satisfaction in a manufacturing/assembly setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years of quality engineering experience in manufacturing or assembly environments.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001 with IATF experience a plus.
• Expertise in root cause analysis tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Experience with SPC, FMEA, and control plans.
• CQE certification 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

ISO 9001

Root cause analysis

8D

5 Whys

Fishbone

SPC

FMEA

Control plans

CQE

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

About Us

• Join a global leader advancing sustainable energy solutions and innovation

  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.

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