Quality Engineer

About the Opportunity

Our client is a global engineering and manufacturing organization focused on advancing cleaner, more efficient technologies that improve air quality, reduce energy consumption, and support environmentally responsible operations. With a long-standing legacy in thermal management and industrial solutions, this organization plays a critical role in supporting data centers and other mission-critical environments worldwide.

This
Quality Engineer – Plant Operations
role is ideal for an early-career quality professional who thrives on the manufacturing floor and enjoys solving real-time production challenges. You'll work side-by-side with production teams to ensure high-quality chiller manufacturing, drive continuous improvement, and help deliver reliable products used in high-demand data center applications.

Projects You'll Work On

• Supporting the manufacturing of large-scale chillers used in data center environments
• Investigating production non-conformances and leading root cause and corrective action efforts
• Improving shop-floor quality processes to reduce defects and variation
• Supporting new product introductions by validating quality requirements
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives using data, SPC, and Six Sigma tools

What You'll Do

• Monitor daily manufacturing operations to ensure products meet defined quality standards and specifications
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities for internal defects and customer quality concerns
• Partner with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve product quality and process efficiency
• Develop and maintain quality control plans, inspection methods, and testing protocols
• Conduct process audits to proactively identify quality risks and improvement opportunities
• Support new product launches by ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory requirements
• Train production personnel on quality tools, defect prevention, and problem-solving methodologies
• Apply statistical analysis tools (SPC, Six Sigma, data trending) to drive measurable improvements
• Maintain accurate documentation related to quality metrics, corrective actions, and audit findings
• Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO, ASHRAE, and applicable industry standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of plant operations

What Experience You Should Bring

• 1+ year of experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong co-op or internship experience in manufacturing will also be considered
• Exposure to HVAC, refrigeration, industrial equipment, or similar manufacturing environments preferred
• Working knowledge of quality tools and methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, RCCA, and Six Sigma
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 9001 standards
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and inspection criteria
• Hands-on familiarity with manufacturing processes such as welding, brazing, mechanical assembly, and testing
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or similar software
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, on-the-floor production environment

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline

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