Senior Quality Engineer

BHP, Inc dba Global Power Components; Street (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead advanced quality initiatives and strengthen manufacturing quality systems. You will own APQP, PFMEA and control plans, drive CI methods and coach teams to embed a culture of continuous improvement.

Must have 5+ years in manufacturing quality, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with tools like Minitab and Epicor ERP. This onsite role covers multiple Milwaukee-area sites with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive Quality Engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Proven experience implementing APQP, PFMEA, control plans and quality tools.
• Lean Six Sigma with demonstrated defect reduction and capability improvements.
• Proficiency in data analysis and quality metrics; ISO 9001 familiarity preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; English fluency required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quality Improvement and CI initiatives across fabrication, welding, paint and assembly to reduce defects and improve process capability.
• Own APQP processes including PFD, PFMEA, control plans and validation for new and existing products.
• Drive root-cause analysis (8D, 5Why, Fishbone) and implement CAPA.
• Develop and maintain inspection standards, SOPs, and quality documentation for consistency and compliance.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and present actionable insights to leadership with recommendations.
• Support audits (internal and supplier), improve incoming quality, and mitigate supply-chain risk.
• Mentor production teams on quality tools and best practices; collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain.
• Oversee readiness and process validation for new product introductions and engineering changes.
• Travel between three local sites within five miles as needed.

Skills

APQP

PFMEA

Control Plans

Lean Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Epicor ERP

SharePoint

Job description

Title: Senior Quality Engineer Company: Global Power Components - www.globalpowercomponents.com Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week) Hire Type: Direct Hire

Role Overview

Global Power Components is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to lead advanced quality initiatives, drive systemic improvements, and strengthen our manufacturing quality systems across multiple product lines. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer who excels at implementing APQP, leading cross‑functional problem solving, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization. You will serve as a technical authority on quality engineering practices, owning the development, deployment, and sustainment of quality processes that directly impact product reliability, customer satisfaction, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex Quality Improvement and Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives across fabrication, welding, paint, and assembly operations to reduce defects, improve process capability, and enhance customer experience.
• Own and implement APQP, including PFD (Process Flow Diagram), PFMEA (Design & Process) and Control Plan, and validation activities for new and existing products.
• Drive structured problem solving using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and other root‑cause methodologies; ensure robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) are implemented and sustained.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain quality documentation such as inspection standards, control plans, and SOPs to ensure process consistency and compliance.
• Analyze quality performance data, identify trends, and present actionable insights to leadership with clear recommendations.
• Support internal and supplier audits, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and other applicable standards; partner with suppliers to improve incoming quality and reduce supply‑chain risk.
• Mentor and coach production teams on quality tools, defect prevention, and best practices to elevate overall quality maturity.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to ensure quality requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support quality readiness and process validation for new product introductions and engineering changes.
• Travel between three local sites (within 5 miles) as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in metal fabrication, painting, welding, or mechanical/electrical assembly.
• Proven experience implementing APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and other core quality engineering tools (SPC, MSA-Gage R&R, Process capability).
• Strong command of CI methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) with demonstrated results in reducing defects and improving process capability.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or similar; experience with ERP systems (Epicor preferred) and SharePoint is a plus.
• Skilled in structured problem solving, quality metrics, and process validation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management abilities.
• Professional certifications such as CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt, or Black Belt are highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required, advanced degree a plus.
• Fluency in English; Spanish language skills are an advantage.

About Our Culture

At Global Power Components, our mission is simple: Inov8OrDie Driven by this mindset, GPC has grown from 200 to more than 2,000 employees in just five years, expanding from one manufacturing facility to four locations across the Milwaukee area, including our new 500,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in West Milwaukee. We design and manufacture the critical infrastructure that surrounds and supports power generation. But what sets GPC apart isn't just what we build — it's how we work. We move fast. We make decisions. We solve problems. We challenge ourselves to continuously improve, raise the bar and deliver quality work on time. We look for ways to remove unnecessary complexity and make work easier for our customers, our partners and each other. And through it all, we protect our people, our workplaces and the reputation we've built. GPC isn't a traditional corporate environment — and we don't want to be. We expect people to take ownership, speak up, make decisions and get things done. As GPC continues to grow, our people have opportunities to take on significant responsibility, solve bigger problems and make a visible impact on the business. If you're energized by growth, comfortable with change, willing to roll up your sleeves and want to help build what's next in power generation, GPC is a place where you can make an impact.