Senior Systems Quality Engineer

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The Senior Systems Quality Engineer is responsible for leading and supporting quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives across the site. This role ensures compliance with internal and external quality standards, drives root cause analysis, and partners with cross-functional teams to enhance product and process quality. The Senior Systems Quality Engineer acts as a subject matter expert in quality systems, supporting both operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of site quality management systems (QMS) in alignment with Syensqo and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9001/AS9100, NADCAP).
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes for non-conformances and customer complaints.
• Conduct internal and external audits; support regulatory and customer audits as required.
• Analyze quality data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure robust product and process quality.
• Develop and deliver quality training to employees at all levels.
• Support new product introductions and process changes from a quality perspective.
• Maintain documentation and records in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource to junior engineers and quality team members.
• Responsible for leading the Anaheim sites’ QMS and audit preparation for quality.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality engineering or quality systems, preferably in the specialty chemicals or advanced materials industry.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, GMP).
• Proven experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Certification in quality engineering (CQE), auditing (CQA), or Six Sigma is a plus.

• Competitive salary and benefits package. The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $94,960.00 to $142,440.​ $ per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co‑parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees.
• Free well‑being sessions (physical and psychological).

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications.
  
  Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
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