Quality Engineer Details

Overview

Quality Engineer

LOCATION:

Watertown, NY / New York (US-NY), United States | BRAND:
New York Air Brake | REQUISITION  | JOB GRADE: 15 | ON-SITE/REMOTE:
On-site

Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse, the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles, New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and globally to other regions.

Our teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join us in our next steps.

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that Knorr-Bremse products and manufacturing processes meet internal and external quality standards. This role includes the development and application of PFMEA, control plans, FAI, audits, testing and inspection activities, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Review and approval of engineering drawings for implementation
• Responsibility for medium complexity assembly cells (PQE)
• Understands product / KPI performance, calculation, and reporting
• Participates in New Product Launch activities to ensure the effective transfer of the engineering intent, as shown in supporting engineering documents, is realized in supplier and internal processes at the required high level of quality
• Use advanced quality statistical / Six Sigma tools (Six Sigma, SPC, DOE) for defining root causes and implementing effective fact-based corrective actions
• Evaluation of independent test results and reports, including engineering test plans, test reports, and third-party material and failure analysis reports
• Perform customer visits as required
• Lead in non-conforming material review (MRB), on-hold material, and containment of defects, and lead or manage corrective actions
• Drive Failure Mode and Effects Analysis activities for both Process and Design FMEAs
• Develop effective quality control and associated risk management plans
• Conduct routine audits and/or surveys to determine the acceptability of quality controls
• Monitor experimental / pilot product runs
• Lead / complete capability and gage R&R studies as directed
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment and ensure compliance with the company s rules and policies
• Must be able to comply with quality, product safety, and HSE rules, guidelines, and regulations. Be energy conscious, if applicable
• Must understand and comply with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, AAR, and CMMI)
• Maintain and safeguard business records

Technical

• Knowledge of electromechanical equipment and principles; ability to understand engineering drawings, diagrams, and schematics; ability to develop and implement quality standards
• Proficiency with IT tools such as SAP, Eigner/Cadim, Excel, PowerPoint, Minitab; reporting of product / KPI performance
• Understanding of KPS or lean practices and application to processes
• Experience with APQP and relevant quality control tools and processes; knowledge of or education in quality engineering, design control, and verification and validation tools and methodologies
• Ability to independently analyze and trend data, formulate and implement corrective actions
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Minitab
• Capability in scheduling, planning, and program management
• Understanding PFMEA (Process FMEA)
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Experience in metallurgy/materials testing and inspection tools (CMM, micrometers, calipers, gauges)

Core

• Multitasking and the ability to work on multiple programs and quality task activities
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Team player with effective written and verbal communication; ability to work with customers
• Proactive, strategic thinker with strong organization and interpersonal skills; able to lead teams and influence…