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We make the energy transition work. Every day, we work to improve people’s lives and the environment by providing intelligent power management solutions and services that enable our communities to take action to decarbonize now.

Transitioning our communities to a reliable and accessible energy infrastructure that is no longer dependent on carbon takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

Would you like to make a difference working for a global and ethical company? Join us today. We make what matters work. To find out more about us check: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E

Quality Engineer

This position is responsible for executing the defined Strategic Quality Plan in conjunction with plant leadership. Provides quality assurance support to customers, suppliers, partners and internal manufacturing cells and participates in continuous improvement activities in targeted areas. Executes the Quality Assurance strategy to ensure product flow consistent with established industry standards, government regulations and customer requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Provides Quality customer interface and expertise to proactively assure requirements are understood and satisfied, including leading complaint resolution and root cause and corrective action execution.
• Supports the manufacturing area relative to the collection and analysis of quality data providing expertise and ensuring product and process quality requirements are implemented through EQMS Policies and Quality Best Practice deployment.
• Solves technical product / process and business process problems utilizing structured approaches such as 8D, Six Sigma etc.
• Executes the development, implementation, and improvement of the appropriate Quality Management Systems throughout the operation, providing advanced quality planning support in the development and launch of new products, processes, and services.
• Participates in the auditing of internal Quality Systems and completes part approval documentation to assure that customer requirements are met in new or modified products and processes.
• Analyzes organizational quality metrics and performs periodic reviews to evaluate results and recommend action plans to close gaps at an operational level.
• Develops and analyzes statistical data and product/process performance to recommend and implement improvements in targeted areas
• Contributes in the design and implementation of quality assurance training programs and conducts training in quality-related topics
• Participates in product development and launch activities including identification of customer expectations, manufacturing and test support, reliability analysis, design reviews, evaluation of test programs, material testing.
• Provides support in the way of development and evaluation of process capability, process control plans, analysis of out-of-control conditions and process audits
• Develops, implements, and audits inspection and test plans, standards and acceptance criteria, and procedures/work instructions.
• Investigates and eliminates causes of quality problems and follows up on corrective actions
• Participates in the design, procurement, maintenance, and evaluation of gages, measurement instruments, devices and test equipment

Qualifications

Experience Required:

• Thorough understanding of problem solving methods-i.e. Six Sigma, 8D, root cause analysis, and the associated statistical tools used to analyze problems, evaluate and complete improvement projects
• Knowledge and understanding of Eaton’s Quality System requirements
• Detailed understanding of the key phases and requirements of an effective new product development and launch methodology
• Detailed knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, i.e., pFMEA, Critical to Quality characteristics, Control plans etc.
• Detailed knowledge of industry and customer specific quality registration schemes and certification processes (i.e., ISO9001, EASA Part 21, AS9100 etc).
• Detailed knowledge of System and process auditing techniques to ensure compliance to defined quality requirements.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Process Variation Reduction (six Sigma) concepts and tool sets as they relate to process/product variability, and root cause and corrective action determination.
• Knowledge of product and end user application/specifications, including product testing requirements. (design/process interface)
• Thorough knowledge of gauging and basic understanding of product material properties
• Understanding of engineering design and product reliability concepts and tool sets
• Ability to lead cross-functional process improvement teams.
• Advanced computer skills and experience in using database systems and Microsoft packages Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint etc.

What Eaton offers?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Permanent contract in a fast-growing global company
• Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
• We make ethics and culture matter – You will enjoy working in supportive and collaborative workplace where ethics and safety are in our DNA
• We make your perspectives matter - Different points of view are what drive innovation and collaboration, and at Eaton, innovation begins with top-to-bottom diversity. Our senior leadership is made up of individuals from diverse groups to help create an environment where employees feel represented and heard at every level
• We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible
• We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University
• We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies
• We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen
• We make your voice matter - we value safety and trust. This is a place where you can speak up and be heard. There’s room here for everyone because we believe that every person matters

Our recent awards:

• FORTUNE’s 2021 World’s Most Admired Companies list
• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies 2021 by Ethisphere
• Top 50 Employers List 2020 by Woman Engineer Magazine
• Best Place to work for LGBTQ Equality 2020 by Human Rights Campaign
• Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens 2020 list for 13th consecutive year by 3BL Media
• 100 Best Corporate Citizens list for 11th consecutive year by Corporate Responsibility Magazine
• ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, Sustained Excellence ranking

Candidate applying to the vacancy will be subject of the background screening

Quality Engineer

This position is responsible for executing the defined Strategic Quality Plan in conjunction with plant leadership. Provides quality assurance support to customers, suppliers, partners and internal manufacturing cells and participates in continuous improvement activities in targeted areas. Executes the Quality Assurance strategy to ensure product flow consistent with established industry standards, government regulations and customer requirements.

Job: Quality

Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa
Organization: AER FMC Fuel Motion Control Systems

Job Level: Individual Contributor
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time