Advanced Quality Engineer

Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Quality Control · Manufacturing Engineering

In short

Emerson is looking for an Advanced Quality Engineer in Elyria, OH to join their Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team. This role is responsible for developing and implementing advanced inspection strategies and quality systems in a CNC machining environment, serving as a technical lead for metrology, CMM programming, GD&T, process capability, and PPAP.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert for CMM programming, dimensional metrology, GD&T interpretation, and inspection methods.
  • Develop, validate, and troubleshoot CMM programs and other automated inspection equipment for new and existing products.
  • Review engineering drawings and GD&T requirements to develop inspection plans and support engineering print reviews.
  • Partner with Design and Manufacturing Engineering to support Design for Manufacturability (DFM), new product introductions, and engineering changes.
  • Perform PPAP inspections and develop inspection methods and measurement strategies for CNC machined components.
  • Conduct process capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Ppk), Measurement System Analysis (MSA) studies to analyze inspection data to drive process improvements.
  • Investigate dimensional quality issues and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Support quality planning activities including PFMEA, SPC, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Coordinate projects involving inspection equipment selection, implementation, and validation.
  • Provide technical guidance on metrology, inspection methods, and quality systems to cross-functional teams.

Requirements

  • Four (4) year technical degree and three (3) years of related experience (intern/co-op experience considered), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with manufacturing metrology, quality systems, inspection methods, and dimensional analysis.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
  • Experience programming CMMs (PC-DMIS/CAMIO preferred) and operating inspection equipment including CMMs, vision systems, optical comparators, height gauges, calipers, micrometers, and bore gages.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret dimensional data and process capability.
  • Effective organizational, project management, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States (sponsorship is not available for this role).

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with ERP and QMS software (JDE and EtQ preferred).
  • Experience performing process capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Ppk) and statistical analysis.
  • Experience supporting DFM reviews and engineering change implementation.
  • Ability to evaluate engineering drawings for manufacturability and appropriate inspection methods.
  • Working knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles and quality improvement tools.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

  • Variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee resource groups
  • Recognition programs
  • Flexible time off plans
  • Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
  • Vacation and holiday leave
#Quality#Manufacturing#CNC Machining#Metrology#CMM Programming#GD&T#Process Capability#PPAP#DFM#Inspection Planning#New Product Introduction#Root Cause Analysis#Corrective Actions#PFMEA#SPC#Continuous Improvement#Lean#Six Sigma
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Company

Emerson

Job Posted

5 days ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Elyria, United States

Qualification

Bachelor

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