Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Weatherford•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to serve as our Site Quality Management Representative, ensuring excellence in manufacturing quality and customer satisfaction. This role drives our commitment to Zero Defects and Zero Quality Escapes while maintaining compliance with ISO-9001, IPC standards, and all applicable quality certifications. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in PCB manufacturing, electronic assembly processes, and mechanical downhole tool assembly, working collaboratively across Production, Engineering, Procurement, and Product Lines to continuously improve quality performance and reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).

Requirements

7+ years of experience with ISO-9001 in electro/mechanical manufacturing environments
7+ years of hands-on experience with Printed Circuit Board (PCB) components, fabrication processes, assembly build, testing, and soldering processes (HMP, SN100C, SN96, SN63) based on IPC standards
7+ years of experience vetting processes for PCB fabrication houses, contract manufacturer assembly houses, and vendors specializing in obsolete semiconductors
Strong knowledge of IPC standards, Export Compliance standards, and Hazardous Area classification standards (NEC, IEC, ATEX, etc.)
Technical writing expertise with ability to create and write comprehensive process documents
Experience with mechanical assembly processes of downhole tools, technical assembly, final machined drawings, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Proficiency in failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and root cause analysis methodologies

Nice To Haves

Certification in Electronics Manufacturing
Certified IPC standards specialist
Certified ISO or API Q1 Lead Auditor
Certified Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma Green Belt
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles

Responsibilities

Maintain and oversee the site's Quality Management System, ensuring full compliance with company quality standards, ISO-9001, and all quality management certifications
Develop and implement Quality Improvement Plans targeting Zero Defects, Zero Quality Escapes, and reduction of Cost of Quality (COQ)
Conduct regular process audits in fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing shops, as well as functional areas including procurement, planning, and customer service
Coordinate and lead internal and external audits, managing the resolution of all findings through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Manage the complete NCR (Non-Conformance Report) process including tracking, trending, reporting, and leading Material Review Board activities
Develop Quality Control Plans (QCP) to meet customer contract requirements and actively participate in contract reviews and PO statement of requirements
Create and standardize procedures, quality control plans, sampling plans, inspection test plans, work instructions, and quality templates/forms
Monitor NCR and CPAR data for negative trends, conduct root cause analysis, and evaluate effectiveness of corrective actions
Maintain TMDE (Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment) program ensuring timely calibration of all devices and instruments
Oversee document control activities and ensure compliance with all company policies, HSE standards, and Rules to Live By
Collect, analyze, and summarize quality performance data in monthly quality reports for management review
Interpret design engineering data including blueprints, Bills of Material, specifications, and customer requirements
Perform supplier audits and vet processes for PCB fabrication houses, contract manufacturer assembly houses, and vendors specializing in obsolete semiconductors
Prepare inspection test reports and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECN) as required
Demonstrate effective safety leadership and maintain the highest standards of corporate governance and ethical conduct