POSITION SUMMARY
The Quality Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for improving manufacturing quality, process capability, and operational efficiency through the implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies and quality systems. This role will lead initiatives focused on Manufacturing Execution System (MES) implementation, smart torque tool integration, and manufacturing automation to reduce defects, improve traceability, and enhance process consistency. The Quality Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, IT, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to develop and implement sustainable quality improvements that support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) across manufacturing operations.
- Develop and deploy manufacturing quality technologies including smart torque systems, automated inspection equipment, traceability systems, and process monitoring solutions.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, Maintenance, IT, and Supply Chain teams to improve manufacturing quality, process capability, and operational efficiency.
- Develop and standardize manufacturing quality processes, work instructions, control plans, and best practices across production operations.
- Monitor manufacturing processes and quality performance using statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making to identify improvement opportunities.
- Lead root cause investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring quality issues.
- Support new product launches by validating manufacturing processes, quality systems, and production readiness to meet customer requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies to reduce defects and improve productivity.
- Develop and report key manufacturing quality metrics, including process capability, first-pass yield, defect rates, and equipment performance.
- Provide technical leadership and training to plant personnel regarding MES functionality, smart manufacturing technologies, and quality system requirements.
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Coordinate with equipment suppliers, system integrators, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and long-term sustainability of manufacturing technologies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Job Qualifications:
- BS in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or a related field.
- Experience implementing and supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing automation, smart torque systems, industrial traceability, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions using structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple improvement initiatives simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Experience with automated assembly equipment, robotics, vision inspection systems, and manufacturing data analytics.
- Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing data analysis tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of thermal cooling equipment.
- Working knowledge of metal cutting and bending.
- High degree of knowledge with brazing and welding.
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Experience integrating manufacturing systems with ERP, PLC, and industrial automation platforms.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- No Special Physical Requirements
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- No Specific Environmental Demands
TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED
- Travel required, approximately 50-75%.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum five years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or a related field.
- Experience implementing and supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of manufacturing automation, smart torque systems, industrial traceability, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions using structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple improvement initiatives simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Experience with automated assembly equipment, robotics, vision inspection systems, and manufacturing data analytics.
- Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing data analysis tools.
- Advanced degree.
- Working knowledge of thermal cooling equipment.
- Working knowledge of metal cutting and bending.
- High degree of knowledge with brazing and welding.
- Experience integrating manufacturing systems with ERP, PLC, and industrial automation platforms.
Vertiv Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vertiv and has not been reviewed or approved by Vertiv.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with standard medical, dental, and vision plans plus wellness and mental-health resources. Core offerings also include disability and life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes paid holidays and PTO typical of large employers, and many U.S. salaried roles feature flexible or "unlimited" PTO approaches. These programs are part of a structured, global total rewards framework.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair at start for many office-based, engineering, and field service roles, and total compensation packages are viewed as stable. In some hourly manufacturing settings, overtime opportunities help boost overall earnings.
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What We Do
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to ensure its customers’ vital applications run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs approximately 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. For more information, and for the latest news and content from Vertiv, visit Vertiv.com.
