Sr. Quality Engineer

Novanta•Apex, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Novanta's Robotics and Automation team is seeking a Quality Engineer in Apex, NC. This role is crucial for ensuring that force torque sensor and tool changer products consistently meet customer expectations. The Quality Engineer will investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and facilitate corrective actions. They will analyze quality process data to identify improvement opportunities and make data-driven recommendations. As part of the QA team, this role involves providing engineering support to colleagues and collaborating with other departments to manage quality-related risks and opportunities. The Robotics & Automation function is dedicated to designing, implementing, and optimizing automated systems and intelligent machinery to enhance manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and operational scalability, working cross-functionally with engineering, production, and quality teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (except software) from an accredited institution, preferably mechanical or electrical engineering
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a quality role in a manufacturing environment or 4 years in another role in a manufacturing environment
Experience maintaining EU, UL, and CE Marking compliance
Experience driving continuous improvement using established problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, 8D, A3)
Technical problem solving and decision-making skills on electro-mechanical systems
Proven ability to work independently with high organizational and project management skills
Strong computer and keyboard skills, with focus on data management, data analysis, and word processing.
Demonstrated ability to learn and obtain an intermediate working knowledge level of technical products and operating processes, i.e. ATI products and their applications.
Advanced verbal and written communications skills

Nice To Haves

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer is a plus
Experience working in an ISO 13485:2016 compliant Quality System is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible Engineer for creating processes to assure compliance to customer, regulatory, and ISO requirements.
Responsible Engineer for addressing customer and internal quality issues through sound problem solving techniques and corrective action.
Recommend action for improvement based on quality risk assessment of products and processes.
Collaborate with the Design Group to provide input for preventing potential quality risk.
Create quality plans for new product introductions.
Track and analyze incoming, in-process and final inspection data for trends in order to facilitate improvement action.
Participate in and facilitate Lean Manufacturing initiatives such as Kaizen events and defect reduction efforts.
Assess and recommend quality equipment to meet current and future needs.