Smiths Detection
Senior Quality Engineer
Smiths Detection, Edgewood, MD
Job Description
As a Senior Quality Engineer, you are responsible for product quality on assigned programs to ensure that customer contract requirements are fulfilled. You will routinely liaise with internal Engineering, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations departments as well as Field Service. The Sr. Quality Engineer may also interface with customers and potential suppliers. You'll be part of an organization expected to perform by setting an example to the rest of the business.
Duties & Responsibilities
Essential functions -essential functions, including how an individual is to perform them and the frequency with which the tasks are performed; the tasks must be part of the job function and truly necessary or required to perform the job.
Job duties to include but are not limited to;
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
Education and Experience
Education Requirements
Required/Preferred:
Years of Experience:
Additional Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
• Significant experience in lieu of a degree considered
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred
• 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
•Salary & Benefits
The compensation for this position ranges from $77,091.00 - $205,567.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills, job-related knowledge, and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.
About Smiths
At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.
About Smiths Detection
Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today's world.
Additional Information
Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email US HR Team [redacted] .
If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [redacted] or call toll-free . This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection, Inc. participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.
As a Senior Quality Engineer, you are responsible for product quality on assigned programs to ensure that customer contract requirements are fulfilled. You will routinely liaise with internal Engineering, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations departments as well as Field Service. The Sr. Quality Engineer may also interface with customers and potential suppliers. You'll be part of an organization expected to perform by setting an example to the rest of the business.
Duties & Responsibilities
Essential functions -essential functions, including how an individual is to perform them and the frequency with which the tasks are performed; the tasks must be part of the job function and truly necessary or required to perform the job.
Job duties to include but are not limited to;
- Review of customer contracts, Statements of Work, Purchase Order Quality Clauses, drawings and specifications
- Review and approval of quality requirements for Manufacturing Planning and Supplier Purchase Orders
- Participate in QMS process management
- Drive improvement
- Analyze data to develop metrics and trends
- Assist with establishing Root Cause of failures and defects
- Assist with completion of customer issued Corrective Action as well as issuance and follow up of Internal CAR's.
- Use of technical drawings, specifications, manufacturing work instructions, inspection procedures, and configuration control of documents
- Experience with Configuration Control Board (CCB), review of ECNs, drawings, source control specifications, test plans & reports
- Good working knowledge and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Experience with managing and performing audits, processes and practices associated with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
- Investigation of non-conformances and continuous improvement techniques; e.g., RCCA, 8D, 5-Why, PFMEA
- Effectively lead and manage the day-to-day performance and tasking of people by being a role model to others, monitoring progress on objectives and behaviors and coaching others for success
- Making decisions independently related to quality issues
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
Education and Experience
Education Requirements
Required/Preferred:
Years of Experience:
Additional Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
• Significant experience in lieu of a degree considered
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred
• 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Quality engineering experience in an ISO-9001 environment required
- Experience in First Article Inspection (FAI) required
- Experience working in a union environment preferred
•Salary & Benefits
The compensation for this position ranges from $77,091.00 - $205,567.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills, job-related knowledge, and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Smiths Detection provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.
About Smiths
At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.
About Smiths Detection
Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today's world.
Additional Information
Smiths Detection is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email US HR Team [redacted] .
If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [redacted] or call toll-free . This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection, Inc. participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program.