Quality Engineer II - 2nd Shift

nVent • Anoka, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer II represents the Quality function and serves as a primary liaison with customers, building relationships and confidence in quality processes. The role supports nVent’s Data Center Solutions value stream by helping ensure products meet performance, reliability, customer satisfaction, and compliance expectations. It collaborates with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and suppliers, both within and outside the organization, to support consistent delivery of high-quality products.

The position leads and participates in Material Review Board activities, manages internal non-conformance reports and external quality issues such as customer complaints, and evaluates suspect or nonconforming materials. It drives quality problem-solving using Six Sigma DMAIC methods, including containment, root-cause analysis, and sustainable corrective actions. The role also supports APQP for new product launches, including PFMEAs, Control Plans, GR&R, Capability Studies, and First Article Inspections.

This is an onsite, second-shift role scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:00–10:30 PM. The listed compensation range is $62,900–$116,900, depending on position and work location. Eligible full-time employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• At least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience with manufacturing or quality processes.
• Experience in process improvement, planning, Six Sigma, Lean training, and quality systems.

Nice To Haves

• Quality certifications such as CQE, CMQ, or CQA.
• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor training.
• Experience with optical, multi-sensor, and scanning inspection equipment.
• Experience supporting quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Quality function and act as a primary liaison with customers.
• Facilitate customer engagement at multiple levels to address concerns and align on quality expectations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, operations, and suppliers inside and outside the organization.
• Support production teams in delivering high-quality, compliant products consistently and according to established processes.
• Lead and participate in Material Review Board activities, driving timely disposition and corrective actions.
• Manage internal non-conformance reports and external quality issues, including customer complaints, from identification through resolution.
• Evaluate suspect or nonconforming materials, diagnose issues with cross-functional teams, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead quality problem-solving using Six Sigma DMAIC methodologies, including containment, root-cause analysis, and sustainable corrective actions.
• Support APQP activities for new product launches, including PFMEAs, Control Plans, GR&R, Capability Studies, and First Article Inspections.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement may be available.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
• Back-up care services may be available.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
• Well-being program may be available.
• Legal and identity theft protection may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level