Senior Quality Engineer

Our client is a leading engineering firm specializing in custom mechanization for high-profile structures and attractions. Known for delivering innovative, functional, and reliable engineering solutions, they serve industries including aerospace, entertainment, sports, and observatories. Their multidisciplinary team of mechanical, structural, and electrical engineers takes on unique and complex challenges, partnering with architects and construction managers to ensure success. Headquartered in Minneapolis, they are recognized for engineering excellence and their ability to create memorable, moving experiences.

Position Responsibilities:

This role leads quality engineering activities for custom-manufactured and fabricated assemblies, ensuring they meet all design, functionality, and customer specifications. The position requires expertise in GD&T, quality systems, supplier oversight, and inspection processes.

• Provide GD&T guidance for design and production drawings; review and coach for project and shop drawings.
• Conduct QA inspections at vendor and fabrication facilities, including pre-shipment and installation inspections.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria aligned with the Quality Management System.
• Utilize SPC and MSA tools; lead root cause analyses and corrective/preventive actions.
• Oversee test planning for prototypes and assemblies, including setup, data gathering, and reporting.
• Collaborate with suppliers on selection, auditing, inspections, incoming quality, and corrective actions.
• Perform FMEA, risk evaluations, and reliability analysis to inform design improvements.
• Manage PDM/drafting QA processes, ensuring controlled revisions and proper documentation in PLM/PDM systems.
• Participate in design reviews and coordinate with cross-functional teams for installation planning.
• Drive lean, 5S, value engineering, and other continuous improvement efforts.

Position requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 5 years of quality assurance/engineering experience in manufacturing or fabrication settings.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and complex assembly drawings.
• Hands-on inspection and measurement expertise including MSA and SPC.
• Familiarity with PDM/PLM systems, drawing controls, and revision processes.
• Ability to read mechanical, structural, and electrical drawings; knowledge of machining and fabrication practices.
• Experience with root cause analysis and CAPA.
• Self-directed with ability to work independently and with project teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically (~5%), including overnight site visits for audits and inspections.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Certifications such as ASQ CQE/CSQE or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
• Experience with FMEA, DOE, Minitab, JMP, or similar quality/statistical tools.
• Background in supplier quality, shop/fab environments, and use of inspection fixtures.
• Demonstrated impact on quality improvements such as yield or NCR reduction.
• Experience mentoring junior staff in quality practices and GD&T.
• Proven leadership of improvement or corrective-action initiatives.

Reasons to Apply:

• Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Health coverage, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored perks.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, to support work-life balance.
• Flexible schedules and work life balance.
• Strong focus on employee development with on-the-job training and career growth.
• A positive company culture that values diversity and collaboration.

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