Quality Engineer (Rochester)
The Quality Engineer role at Confidential Client in Rochester involves partnering with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to improve product and process quality. The position focuses on investigating quality issues, applying structured problem-solving methods, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, particularly in aerospace and defense sectors. This on-site role suits candidates ranging from early-career engineers to experienced professionals seeking to drive quality excellence and operational performance.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This Confidential Client is hiring a Quality Engineer to work on-site. You will partner with engineering, manufacturing, operations, suppliers, and customers to reduce defects, improve processes, and ensure products meet technical and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supplier quality teams to identify and reduce product and process defects
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, manufacturing processes, and quality requirements for compliance
- Investigate quality issues and support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities
- Use structured problem-solving methods such as 8D, 5 Why, DMAIC and similar quality tools
- Evaluate nonconforming materials and determine appropriate disposition and corrective actions
- Analyze quality data, identify trends and risks, and recommend improvements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, reliability, and manufacturing performance
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams to resolve quality concerns and clarify technical requirements
- Review manufacturing processes and documentation before release and after engineering/process changes
- Participate in new product introduction (NPI) activities
- Support internal, customer, and regulatory quality audits
- Maintain accurate quality documentation and system records
What We’re Looking For
Candidates at multiple experience levels are encouraged to apply — from entry-level engineers to experienced Quality Engineers. You do not need to meet every preferred qualification to be considered.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality Engineering, or related technical field
- Entry-level candidates with relevant coursework, internships, co-ops, or hands-on manufacturing exposure are welcome
- Experienced candidates with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Supplier Quality experience are strongly encouraged to apply
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Experience or exposure to quality methodologies such as FAI, RCCA, SPC, PPAP, APQP, 8D, or 5 Why is a plus
- Knowledge of AS9100 or aerospace/defense quality requirements is highly desirable but not required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- LEAN or Six Sigma knowledge is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate across functions
- A genuine interest in quality, continuous improvement, and solving technical problems
- Ability to work on-site in Loehmanns Plaza, NY (Loehmanns Plaza, NY is the authoritative location for this posting)
Compensation & Benefits
- Direct-hire, full-time role
- Base salary range: $70,000 - $100,000 per year (commensurate with experience)
- Excellent benefits and career growth opportunities
- Confidential Client is committed to safe, compliant manufacturing and quality systems
Location & Work Type
- On-site role located in Loehmanns Plaza, NY (applicants must be able to work on-site)
- Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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