Sr. Quality Engineer

nVent • Anoka, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. In this role, you’ll be at the center of driving quality and continuous improvement across our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives, influence how we work, and partner across the business to make a real impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field
• ~6+ years of experience in manufacturing or quality environments
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and customer-related quality efforts
• Previous experience leading or supervising others preferred
• Familiarity with quality certifications (CQE, CMQ, CQA) and/or ISO 9001 auditing is a plus
• Experience with process improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, and quality systems

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach teams on Six Sigma and Lean problem-solving, helping solve complex challenges and improve processes
• Play a key role in new product launches, supporting APQP activities and ensuring quality is built in from the start
• Use data and engineering insights to define standards, specifications, and control limits that ensure reliable, high-quality production
• Act as a Lean champion, helping embed tools like FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, FAI, and PPAP into everyday operations
• Own and continuously improve our Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015), including supporting audits and driving corrective actions
• Lead and develop a team of Quality Technicians, providing coaching, guidance, and support
• Partner closely with teams across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and beyond to keep production running smoothly and meeting customer expectations
• Drive root cause analysis, containment, and corrective actions when issues arise
• Establish and improve in-process quality controls to strengthen product reliability and manufacturing capability
• Bring your knowledge of engineering and Lean principles to continuously improve how we work

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Company match for 401(k) and employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Caregiver leave
• Personal leave
• Parental leave
• Back-up care services
• Paid time off
• Paid volunteer time
• Well-being program
• Legal protection
• Identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

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