Sr. Quality Engineer - Testing

Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 90,985 - 136,477; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Graniteville, SC is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to oversee quality control processes in diesel engine testing. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in quality control, a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and strong skills in data analysis and leadership. This role includes responsibilities like planning quality procedures, analyzing test results, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Comprehensive benefits are offered, alongside a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in quality control or testing within a diesel engine manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of internal combustion engines and testing protocols.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee quality control in engine testing.
• Analyze test results and drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate with design and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Quality control procedures

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

SAP-QM

LabVIEW

Job description

Overview

Title: Senior Quality Engineer - Engine Testing

Location: Graniteville, SC

Pay Range: $90,985 - $136,477-Annually

Job Description date: 24 Oct 2025

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and oversee quality control procedures in the engine testing area for diesel engines (performance, durability, emissions, etc.).
• Lead and coordinate product and part qualifications, including defining quality criteria, validating new designs, and ensuring successful integration into the engine platform.
• Review and approve test protocols, procedures, and data collection methods to ensure compliance with internal standards and industry regulations.
• Analyze test results to identify trends, deviations, or potential quality issues and drive corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Coordinate with the testing team to troubleshoot test stand issues, instrumentation faults, or deviations in engine performance.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supplier quality teams to qualify new or modified components through structured validation and testing plans.
• Develop and implement statistical quality control methods (SPC, Cpk, GR&R, etc.) to monitor engine test outcomes and process capability.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, and applicable environmental and safety regulations.
• Lead root cause analysis and 8D reporting for test-related quality issues.
• Generate detailed test and quality reports for internal reviews and customer documentation.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in quality control or testing within a diesel engine manufacturing environment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Preferred

• Strong knowledge of internal combustion engines, engine testing protocols, test bench operation, and emissions testing.
• Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM, EPA) and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in data analysis tools and quality software (e.g., Minitab, SAP-QM, LabVIEW, Influx, AVL tools, etc.).
• Experience with failure mode analysis, 8D problem solving, FMEA, and control plan creation.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a structured approach in potentially high-pressure environments.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to see the bigger picture.

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of the practical application of manufacturing process and engine technology.
• Ability to work flexible hours or shifts.
• Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of diesel aftertreatment systems (DOC, DPF, SCR) and OBD regulations.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Exposure to embedded software validation, particularly ECU functionality testing related to performance and emissions.
• Proficient in instrumentation and sensor technologies used in engine test cells (thermocouples, pressure transducers, flow meters, emissions analyzers).
• Experience interfacing with suppliers and validating critical engine components like fuel systems, turbochargers, pistons, injectors, etc.
• Previous experience in leading cross-functional project teams or involvement in customer audits and technical reviews.

Work Environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Daily work is performed in a general manufacturing and office environment. This position has a compressed work schedule that requires four (4) ten (10) hour days during a Monday through Thursday work week, with overtime as required. Tasks may involve computer work inside and outside the work environment, potential exposure to wet conditions, and noise in the work environment. Physical demands include standing, sitting, walking, climbing, stooping, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, kneading, and the ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and color vision, with ability to see under fluorescent light.

Company and Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package including base pay, a discretionary bonus plan, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off; holidays; parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. Benefits vary by eligibility and date of hire.