Principal Quality Engineer

Position Summary

Advise and train the engineering community on the proper development of quality plans and quality specifications, using Swagelok’s standardized process development methodology. Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard quality engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications. Utilizes project management methods to complete assignments, or to plan, direct, and coordinate activities of functional area as part of a corporate cross-functional project.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Advise and train the engineering community on product quality assurance plans and the development/implementation of process control plans.
• Provide guidance and training on statistical capability studies to ensure compliance of products, processes and measurement systems to stated quality goals.
• Recommend best practices for designing and acquiring gauges, measurement systems, and data collection systems.
• Create or modify corporate level quality related documents via DCN system.
• Consult and participate in internal, customer, or vendor audits, as necessary.
• Complete periodic reporting of project status, as required.
• Partner with service group quality teams on best practices for process improvements to proactively identify quality risks and reduce the risk of external escapements.
• Provide consultation for PQP events. This includes defining customer requirements, completing SDA’s, completing process analyses, conducting process and gage studies, and conducting DMA’s.
• Train others in use of quality planning tools.
• Provide coaching and steering to quality engineers supporting technical peer reviews.
• Provide corporate wide communication and training on improvements to quality planning essentials.
• Advise support groups on development of improved gauging methods, improved machine capability, and adjusted product requirements.
• Facilitate and/or lead quality knowledge sharing community.
• Communicates progress through management updates and team meetings.
• Assess key performance indicators and analyze underlying data to identify opportunities for improvement and advise leaders on appropriate decisions.
• Provides on-going education to business for disciplined problem-solving methodology.
• Follows up on corrective action solutions and verifies effectiveness, as necessary.
• Provides training and subject matter expertise for gauge R&Rs.
• Participate in department meetings to provide input into the design and implementation of product quality planning systems and procedures.
• Provide guidance and training on testing parameters and process sample size calculations for appropriate functional requirements.
• Consult on concerns from internal and external suppliers, as necessary, to resolve production problems.
• Train business on reliability analysis and Weibull data calculations for project and product related issues.
• Provide input into project contracts.
• Provide coaching and appropriate feedback to service group quality engineers.
• Provide input or consultations on the validation phase of new product development.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• Required: 4 year degree in Technical Field
• Maintains on-going education in related areas
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing process design and development, quality planning, and/or quality control supervision
• 6+ months ISO/QS9000 implementation and/or auditing
• Recognized as a resource to the organization
• Able to solve complex problems and complete multiple projects
• Applies proven technology independently
• Strong oral and written communication skills (including presentation and facilitation skills)
• Strong computer skills (including data evaluation and statistical process analysis skills)
• Excellent time management skills

Preferred

• BS in Engineering or Quality-related field
• Advanced (DOE, Six Sigma) problem-solving experience
• ASQ CQE Certification

Critical Competencies

• Change Catalyst (Enabling Change)
• Effective Communication
• Decision Quality
• Inspirational Leadership (Vision and Purpose)
• Collaboration
• Influence
• Managing & Measuring Work

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to pass vision acuity test with or without reasonable accommodation.

Total Rewards

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

How to Apply

To apply: Click ‘Apply Now’ to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.