Quality Engineer

Oerlikon • Westbury, NY

4d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Oerlikon is seeking a Quality Engineer for its Westbury, New York facility. The role provides strategic oversight of and continuous improvement to the quality management system, ensuring products, processes, and operations adhere to defined standards and specifications. The Quality Engineer develops and implements solutions to improve product quality, operational efficiency, performance, and customer satisfaction.

The position supports product realization and validation, supplier and material qualification, change management, inspection planning, quality documentation, audits, complaint and returns handling, calibration, and the ongoing effectiveness of the Quality Management System. The engineer also analyzes quality data, leads improvement efforts, and maintains quality-related software, records, and SAP modules.

Oerlikon describes its culture as global and focused on engineering solutions, high standards, professional development, and empowering employees to pursue rewarding careers. The company offers development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a benefits program available from the first day of employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or another science discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 management standards and internal auditing.
• Broad knowledge of statistical theory and principles.
• Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to lead problem-solving events.
• Relevant competency with MS Office tools, Minitab, and SAP.
• Customer-driven approach, teamwork, and ability to get results from cross-functional teams.
• Self-driven, takes initiative, and independently delivers results.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and listening skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Quality Engineer certification preferred.
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate first production runs and testing activities, and prepare First Article Inspection reports to support product validation.
• Support new product launches and the product realization process using Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) techniques.
• Participate in vendor change processes and collaborate with stakeholders to qualify and approve raw materials.
• Administer the change management process and track progress against planned activities and timelines.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans in SAP to support product certification requirements for the distribution center.
• Maintain and update documentation and specifications to meet business needs and anticipate future procedural requirements.
• Keep training and competency records current and compliant.
• Conduct scheduled internal audits, support customer and third-party audits, and manage corrective action reporting for timely resolution and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the complaints process in SAP and manage product returns, including receiving inspections and disposition activities.
• Track key performance indicators, lead quality improvement initiatives, and facilitate reviews and revisions of process risk assessments.
• Monitor the calibration program against scheduled activities and maintain compliance.
• Maintain the effectiveness of the Quality Management System, including retention of relevant accreditations and certifications.
• Deliver First Article Inspection reports within required timelines.
• Update and manage quality-related software tools, data sheets, and SAP quality modules to maintain accurate documentation and operational support.
• Analyze performance metrics and quality data to identify trends, drive corrective actions, and improve product reliability and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums and company-sponsored HSA contributions.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Employee assistance, financial, and wellness programs.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options.
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
• Generous paid time off; the total compensation description specifies 2 weeks accrued monthly, with 48 hours of personal/sick time subject to applicable New York law.
• 12 paid company holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Pet insurance.
• Benefits effective on the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

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