Quality Engineer-Mechanical

General Job Description:

• Responsible for developing and maintaining effective and efficient inspection processes to support the Quality Assurance department with inspecting a wide variety of machined components and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Responsible for keeping inspection processes current and optimized.
• Review new product designs for inspection requirements.
• Troubleshoot inspection issues timely and effectively.
• Assist engineering with testing and evaluation of new designs and modifications.
• Provide technical support to outside suppliers as required.
• Generate inspection programs for coordinate measuring machines.
• Research and prepare cost / benefit analysis of capital equipment.
• Responsible for monitoring emerging technologies and evaluating their fit and potential benefit to Quality Assurance operations.
• Interact with other departments and outside suppliers in support of operations.

Education:

• Four year bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required.

Experience & Other Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of GD&T and inspection methodologies.
• Must have experience with designing inspection fixtures using SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software.
• Experience developing CMM programs using PC-DMIS preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and SPC preferred.
• Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite to create documentation, spreadsheets, and databases to support inspection operations.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Must possess excellent attention and respect for detail.
• Must have proven professional qualities including strong initiative, integrity, and the desire / ability to work in a team environment.
• Must possess a good mechanical aptitude.
• Must have the ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must promote a positive, professional atmosphere and support activities that enhance the welfare and morale of Beck employees.
• Must promote and ensure a safe working environment by demonstrating consistent adherence to Beck safety policies.

Physical Requirements

• Office environment requiring ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
• Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone.
• Use keyboard and read from computer, screen and reports.
• Work environment includes regular exposure to manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and hearing protection.

Advancement Path:

• Quality Assurance / Field Service Supervisor