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Sr. Quality Engineer

iStaff

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Tallassee, AL · Posted August 19, 2026

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The Senior Quality Engineer NPI (New Product Introduction) will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of new products during the development and launch phases. This position requires deep expertise in quality engineering, process validation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful product introductions while meeting regulatory and customer requirements.

Objectives:

Lead quality planning for new product introductions, ensuring alignment with design, manufacturing, and customer specifications.

Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential quality issues during the product development lifecycle.

Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

Provide direction and approval for critical reviews for Design Inputs, Design verification and Validation, Technical and Design Reviews, manufacturing readiness and Risk Management

Champion and participate in the running and creation of DFMEA/PFMEA/Control Plan activities to eliminate or reduce product risk

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain) to identify and mitigate quality risks during product development.

Training and Mentorship: Provide training and mentorship to junior quality engineers and other team members on quality engineering principles and practices.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in quality engineering, with a focus on new product introduction.

Certifications: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or similar certification is highly desirable.

Skills:

Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485).

Proficiency in risk management tools and methodologies (e.g., DFMEA, PFMEA)

Experience with GD&T, APQP, PPAP, Statistical Analysis

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong leadership and project management abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

Experience with a stage-gate product development process

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment