Mechanical Engineer - QA & QC

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.•Plano, TX

45d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Inc. (MHIA) is hiring a Mechanical Engineer, Quality Assurance & Quality Control to support QA/QC activities for Data Center & Energy Management products across Mitsubishi Heavy Industries product lines in North America. The role is based in Plano, Texas, and is described as hybrid. It ensures mechanical systems and components meet design specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements throughout design validation, supplier manufacturing, installation, and commissioning. The engineer works with engineering, suppliers, and field teams to implement QA/QC processes, conduct inspections and validations, support root cause analysis, and ensure compliance with MHI QA/QC procedures and applicable North American standards. The position also collaborates with stakeholders in Japan and the U.S. The ideal candidate has at least seven years of relevant QA/QC, quality engineering, or mechanical engineering experience with significant QA/QC responsibilities in the chiller, modular cooling plant, or genset industries. MHIA cannot sponsor employment visas or consider applicants with time-limited visa status. The role requires travel of 20–40%. The standard work week is Monday through Friday, with additional hours as required. Regular duties include standing, walking, inspecting equipment, and visiting industrial or construction environments.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
At least seven years of experience in QA/QC, quality engineering, or mechanical engineering roles with significant QA/QC responsibilities within industrial, energy, or data center-related industries.
Working knowledge of QA/QC principles, inspection methods, and quality systems.
Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as fabrication, welding, and assembly.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, suppliers, and field teams.
Proficiency with MS Office and engineering/documentation tools.
Must not require employment visa sponsorship or hold time-limited visa status.

Nice To Haves

Experience with supplier quality, factory inspections, or field quality support.
Familiarity with North American codes and standards such as ASME, ANSI, NEC, and UL.
Knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, CAPA, and SPC.
Experience working with global teams, particularly Japan–U.S. collaboration.
Certification in a quality- or mechanical-engineering-related field.

Responsibilities

Execute QA/QC inspections, testing, and validation for mechanical systems during design, manufacturing, and field installation.
Verify compliance with design specifications, engineering standards, and quality requirements.
Support development and implementation of inspection and test plans, checklists, and quality documentation.
Participate in design reviews for manufacturability, reliability, and compliance with quality standards.
Support validation of mechanical system performance, including cooling systems, piping, fuel systems, and structural elements.
Identify design quality risks and recommend mitigation actions.
Support supplier quality control through inspections, audits, and quality checks of mechanical components and systems.
Monitor manufacturing quality at suppliers and contract manufacturers, including North American module packagers.
Verify material quality, fabrication accuracy, and assembly processes against specifications.
Coordinate with Japan-based teams to align with MHI global QA/QC standards.
Support QA/QC activities during installation, commissioning, and site acceptance testing.
Conduct site inspections and verify installation quality and system performance.
Assist in identifying and resolving field quality issues with engineering and project teams.
Identify, document, and track non-conformance issues (NCRs).
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes, and follow up to confirm resolution and prevent recurrence.
Ensure QA/QC activities comply with MHI QA/QC processes, procedures, and documentation standards.
Support compliance with North American regulatory and certification requirements, including UL, ETL, NRTL, and applicable codes.
Maintain accurate quality documentation, inspection records, and reports.
Work with design engineering, program management, procurement, and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues.
Communicate quality findings, risks, and status to internal stakeholders.
Support continuous improvement activities across projects and suppliers.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.