Quality Control and Testing Manager

We support our customers by connecting the real and digital worlds to improve how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation. Our Electrification & Automation (E&A) Business Unit provides energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets, supporting today’s power distribution needs while investing in future technologies. The Knightdale facility delivers integrated electrical skid assemblies combining power distribution and conversion equipment with protection and automation systems, offering outdoor-rated, modular solutions that improve delivery reliability and lower total cost of ownership.

Located in the heart of the Research Triangle, about 20 minutes east of Raleigh, the area offers top-rated schools, a mild four-season climate, easy access to mountains and coast, and a cost of living that stretches your compensation further than most major metros.

About the role

The Electrification and Automation Business Unit is seeking a Quality Control & Testing Manager to drive continuous improvement, optimization, and testing of all production activities at our new Skid Assembly facility in Knightdale, North Carolina. This greenfield startup plant focuses on energy distribution solutions. You will foster a failure-prevention mindset using key quality planning processes, support proactive and reactive activities, and develop continuous improvement initiatives to ensure customer satisfaction and streamlined assembly processes. Responsibilities include assembly inspection and testing protocols, ensuring proper equipment and processes to verify functionality of in-process and assembled products.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimal day-to-day testing and inspection operations.
• Prepare the site for ISO certification through process development, compliance activities, document control, and audit preparation.
• Lead Siemens internal monthly ISO audits and drive a structured monthly corrective action cadence.
• Monitor and analyze Non-Conformance Costs (NCCs), and lead 8D teams to drive root cause analysis and preventive action implementation.
• Develop and implement quality systems including Layered Process Audits (LPAs), defect tracking, yield monitoring, inspection controls, and process discipline to improve first-pass yield and reduce defects and Defects Per Million (DPM).
• Track and report on Process Quality, Delivery Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Cost of Quality, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and aligned BU and HQ KPIs.
• Lead the implementation of ISO matrix and integrated management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001).
• Support assembly operations by providing daily input during GEMBA walks to proactively identify quality risks and support real-time issue resolution.
• Support Supplier Quality Management (SQM) to achieve best-in-class quality processes, ensuring delivered quality and reducing supplier-caused NCCs.
• Support product advisories and Return Material Authorization (RMA) process management.
• Commit to plant safety procedures and drive the Siemens Zero Harm culture for a safe and sustainable future.
• Develop systems and processes to track and optimize productivity, standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets.
• Foster an ownership culture where all employees feel integral to the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, quality management, and testing.
• Competent understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering theory and principles, including mechanical drawing interpretation and print reading.
• Ability to use measurement instruments such as force gauges, calipers, micrometers, hardness testing equipment, and basic multimeter readings.
• Thorough understanding of materials including steel, aluminum, copper, brass, and plastics.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 management requirements, with the ability to read, interpret, and apply standard requirements.
• Experience with AS9145 (APQP) or 5P processes supporting facility launches, product launches, or production line expansions.
• Knowledge of machining processes with an understanding of basic theory and characteristics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with safely testing and using test equipment for low voltage power and control circuits, high potential testing, megger testing, and continuity testing of power and control wiring (similar or equivalent to NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP)).
• Familiarity with Medium Voltage and Low Voltage switchgear, power transformers, protection and automation systems, Photo Voltaic, and Battery Energy Storage System inverters.
• Experience in a startup manufacturing environment, including facility launches, ramp-ups, or product line expansions.
• Knowledge of data center, photovoltaic, battery energy storage, and power distribution applications.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical equipment integration assembly processes.
• Industry knowledge and best practices related to NEC, IBC, and IFC codes.
• Software application knowledge including SieOps, Salesforce, SAP, and MS Teams.
• 6S methodology knowledge and certification.
• ASQ certification.
• Thorough understanding of structured problem-solving and quality improvement tools.
• Previous experience in a metalworking manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Relocation assistance is available.

Pay

$83,966 – $143,942 (targeting 5% annual incentive).