Quality Engineer

Vallourec - North America•Youngstown, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At Vallourec, quality is built into everything we do — from the way we operate to the way we serve our customers. We are seeking a Quality Engineer (QE) to strengthen our plant-level quality processes, drive continuous improvement, and ensure our products consistently meet customer and industry standards. This role is ideal for a hands-on problem solver who enjoys collaborating across teams and making meaningful improvements on the shop floor. As a Quality Engineer, you will be a key contributor within the plant’s Quality organization, partnering closely with Process Engineering, Operations, and OpEx to improve performance and customer outcomes.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality role.
Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (SPC, FMEA, 8D, Six Sigma).
Experience supporting or maintaining quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 17025, API Q1, or similar).
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a plant environment.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Organized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering or quality-related discipline)

Nice To Haves

CQE or equivalent certification preferred
ISO / API Q1 auditor or lead auditor certification preferred

Responsibilities

Embed safety into daily work routines and support engineered solutions that enable “fail-safe” operations.
Translate customer feedback and field issues into actionable, plant-level improvement plans.
Lead and manage structured 8D problem-solving efforts to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
Serve as a plant owner of the 8D process, ensuring consistency and effectiveness.
Analyze NQC and Claims data to identify trends and support targeted improvement initiatives.
Partner with shop floor teams, Process Engineers, and OpEx Engineers to reduce quality defects.
Conduct statistical analysis of leading indicators to guide data-driven countermeasures.
Support internal audits and ensure compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with Quality Systems to strengthen in-plant routines and change management practices.
Coach teams at all levels to reinforce quality discipline, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
Support deployment and sustainment of the Drive+ Quality Technical System, including process validation and system effectiveness checks.