Quality Engineer

At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:
Plant Manager

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The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite

Your role and responsibilities:

The Quality Engineer is responsible for leading and executing quality assurance activities across product, process and manufacturing operations to drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. This role ensures compliance with internal and external quality standards while improving performance metrics such as first-pass yield, defect rates, and cost of poor quality.

The position supports quality activities across winding, assembly, and machining operations, partnering closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Supply Chain to resolve complex problems, reduce variation and improve overall product quality and reliability.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Lead continuous improvement of product and process quality across winding, assembly, and machining operations, driving key metrics such as FPY, RTY, DPPM, scrap, rework, and warranty performance
• Own resolution of customer and internal quality issues by applying structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, A3, DMAIC) and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure ISO compliance, audit readiness, and robust documentation including control plans, inspection criteria, and standards
• Partner cross-functionally with production and suppliers to improve process capability, standardize work, analyze quality data, and deploy best practices using statistical tools and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or operational excellence within a manufacturing environment - Required.
• Strong knowledge of core quality tools and methodologies, including 8D, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and SPC
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles, with the ability to lead data-driven continuous improvement efforts
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data trending (e.g., Minitab) and ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test procedures
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or equivalent Quality Management Systems, including audit readiness and compliance practices
• Preferred Experience Includes: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma certification - Experience with machining, assembly, or electromechanical manufacturing processes - ISO auditor experience or QMS ownership - Project management experience or PMP certification
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us:

ABB's NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their - sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at View phone number on energyjobsearch.com.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at View phone number on energyjobsearch.com or by sending an email to View email address on energyjobsearch.com . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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