Engineer Quality I - #26-26550

USTech Solutions•Waterloo, IA

18d

About The Position

The Engineer Quality I works with suppliers and business units to contain supplier quality issues within 24 hours. The role coordinates significant containment activities for quality and design issues, initiates corrective actions and closure for recurrences that substantially affect first-pass yield (FPY), cause line downtime, or require significant repair, and manages supplier-quality data disposition and actions using SAP. The engineer supports business-unit initiatives, non-conformance communications, and key meetings; creates and processes purchase orders for supplier services related to containment; supports individual contributors with TQE processes and procedures; and documents and improves processes related to supplied parts. Under the guidance of more senior colleagues, the role supports analysis and continuous improvement of manufacturing or materials processes, feasibility testing of engineering solutions, development and evaluation of engineering standards, and inspections of engineering work or existing installations. It also coordinates subcontractors and suppliers within an established contract management plan, identifies process and system shortcomings, supports knowledge-management users, and carries out product-development and engineering activities within established systems and project plans. The position includes ongoing professional development and staying current with relevant technology, regulations, and industry practices. This is a 12-month position scheduled for the first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; overtime may be scheduled at the end of the shift. US Tech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. By applying, candidates acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in one or more related engineering areas, such as industrial, reliability, design, manufacturing, or quality engineering.
At least 1 year of experience with quality engineering tools, systems, and databases, such as SAP, Windchill, RECON, Excel, or MS Office Suite.
At least 1 year of experience interpreting drawings and schematics, product models, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with cross-functional teams, verbally and in writing.
Technical background through experience or education.
Knowledge and understanding of basic manufacturing processes.
Strong time-management and organizational skills.
Ability to work flexible hours to support business operations.
Excellent problem-solving skills, including executing corrective and preventive actions.
Ability to lead and influence effectively without authority.
Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering, Technology, or Science discipline, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience using JDSN, MC20, PDM Link, Windchill, Creo View, and/or Stratawise.
Experience using measurement devices such as calipers, micrometers, and/or profilometers.
Knowledge of basic data-analysis techniques, such as Pareto charts, histograms, pie and bar charts, and control plans.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Strong communication skills.
Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Work with suppliers to contain quality issues in support of 24-hour supplier-quality containment with the business unit.
Coordinate significant containment activities for quality and design issues with the business unit to ensure containment is complete.
Initiate corrective action and closure for recurrences significantly affecting FPY, causing line downtime, or requiring significant repair.
Manage disposition and action of supplier-quality data using SAP.
Support the business unit through internal initiatives, non-conformance communication, and attendance at key meetings.
Identify, create, and process purchase orders to pay suppliers for services provided due to containment activities.
Support individual contributors on TQE processes and procedures.
Document and improve quality processes related to supplied parts.
Support analysis and specification of methods, process steps, plant, machinery, equipment, and systems for manufacturing or materials processes and their continuous improvement.
Contribute to engineering solutions and implement feasibility testing to provide feedback and data validating designs.
Support drafting engineering standards and specifications and evaluating their effectiveness.
Conduct supervised inspections of engineering works or existing installations or structures, and recommend remedial work to senior colleagues to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers as their primary point of contact within an established contract management plan.
Identify shortcomings in processes, systems, and procedures and address them through established change-management programs.
Support and advise others in using knowledge-management systems.
Carry out product-development and engineering activities, using established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.
Work within an established project-management plan to achieve specific goals.
Develop capabilities through assessment and development planning, training, coaching, and relevant external professional accreditation.
Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulations, and industry best practices through ongoing education, conferences, and specialist media.