Senior Quality Engineer
About The Position
Re:Build Manufacturing is dedicated to revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs. We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform serving critical industries. Re:Build DAPR Engineering, LLC (DAPR) is an engineering design and analysis consulting firm in Merrimack, New Hampshire, specializing in custom automation solutions, industrial product development, and engineering analysis. We are seeking a quality-minded engineer who is passionate about building quality into products from the outset through data, processes, and collaboration. This role requires a strong foundation in manufacturing or mechanical engineering, with experience in production problem-solving, hands-on inspection, and statistical analysis. The ideal candidate can identify root causes, document issues, drive effective fixes, and contribute to design reviews and supplier audits. This position offers the opportunity to significantly impact product quality throughout the entire development lifecycle, from design to finished goods, for individuals who enjoy diverse work, take ownership, and want to see tangible improvements on the shop floor.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or another engineering discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with ISO standards, root cause analysis, and statistical process control
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and guide decisions that improve performance
- Ability to read and interpret 2D drawings
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with strong Excel skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and confidently in written and verbal English, including moderately complex documents and group discussions
- Willingness to travel domestically on an occasional basis, depending on business needs
Nice To Haves
- Six Sigma or other quality-related certification
- Experience with ERP software (e.g., Syteline)
- Exposure to CAD/CAE tools, preferably SolidWorks
Responsibilities
- Contribute to product design teams by driving FMEAs, identifying critical-to-quality (CTQ) characteristics, and establishing verification methods early in the development process
- Analyze process data statistically to confirm processes are in control, and lead troubleshooting efforts when they're not
- Investigate quality issues and document corrective actions using 8D or a similar structured methodology
- Drive Material Review Board (MRB) actions to resolve nonconforming material
- Inspect incoming parts and materials as needed to catch issues before they enter production
- Track KPIs such as scrap rate, rework, and yield, and lead continuous improvement efforts to move those metrics in the right direction
- Maintain the calibration schedule for inspection equipment to ensure measurement accuracy
- Conduct supplier audits and provide recommendations on preferred vendors
- Support company-wide ISO 9001 internal and external audits as needed
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Employee ownership in the company
- Share in financial rewards of company success
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
