Quality Engineer - Jenbacher Engines

Position Responsibilities

• Establish robust measurement and testing processes, including the setup of new workflows, tools, and quality standards for the new team.
• Define, implement, and continuously refine operational quality procedures, driving best practices from day one.
• Manage customer complaints, non-conformities, and the overall error-management process to ensure fast and effective resolution.
• Introduce new inspection methods, measurement technologies, and digital tools, ensuring the team is equipped with state-of-the-art capabilities.
• Provide training on quality principles, measurement techniques, EHS requirements, and operational guidelines.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for the newly established U.S. function, ensuring alignment with global standards and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of quality, accountability, and innovation.
• Collaborate closely with global Engineering, Supplier Quality Engineering, and accredited testing organizations to ensure harmonized standards across regions.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years’ experience in measurement and testing technology, mechanical engineering, service, or mechanical manufacturing.
• Strong sense of ownership, high quality awareness, and an ability to engage, motivate, and develop people.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to bridge cultural and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for training at site in Jenbach to learn the Quality Systems & Processes, as well as build relationships with teammates.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn Quality tools (Q-DAS or Oracle NC-Management).

Additional Details

• Location: Waukesha, WI
• Work Schedule: Onsite 5 days per week (Monday through Friday)
• Travel: Approximately 10% travel required, including an initial extended trip of 1.5 months to Jenbach, Austria for training on Quality systems and processes and to build working relationships with the Jenbach Quality team.
• Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.