Engineer Quality

STIHL•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•$83,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Engineer Quality plans, implements, and coordinates activities related to developing, applying, and maintaining quality standards for production processes, materials, products, and parts. The role leads and participates in quality initiatives, projects, and certifications that support STIHL’s successful operations. Responsibilities include establishing inspection, testing, and evaluation standards; developing sampling procedures and quality-data documentation; evaluating production and testing equipment; managing methods for disposition of discrepant material; preparing and delivering quality training; coordinating certifications and audits; and reporting on inspection and testing results. The position also requires maintaining current technical skills and taking on additional related responsibilities as needed. STIHL describes itself as a family-owned company known for innovation, high-quality products, and comprehensive service. The position offers compensation of $83,000–$100,000 per year, with bonus opportunities and potential annual merit increases. Actual compensation depends on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Requirements

Four-year college degree in a related discipline.
More than four years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and initiate standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
Devise sampling procedures and design and develop forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
Establish programs to evaluate the precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities.
Develop and implement methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material, and devise methods to assess cost and responsibility.
Compile and write training material and conduct training sessions on quality activities.
Coordinate and report on achievement and maintenance of quality certifications.
Participate in and coordinate internal and external audits of STIHL processes, supporting smooth and successful audit outcomes.
Develop and generate statistical reports on inspection activities and results, new product or process testing results, and recommend action as required.
Maintain current technical skills by attending training classes, technical and administrative courses, seminars, exhibits, and trade shows as needed.
Ensure work affecting product quality is performed competently on the basis of appropriate education, training, skills, and experience.
Assume additional related responsibilities as required.