Senior Quality Engineer - Prototype Manufacturing - NJ

This senior-level role owns the development and execution of advanced quality control strategies across design, manufacturing, and inspection. You will partner closely with engineering, production, and leadership to ensure compliance, precision, and continuous improvement across the operation.

Client Details

This organization is a growing engineering and manufacturing firm known for solving hard technical problems. They specialize in precision prototype work and support customers across multiple advanced industries. Their culture empowers engineers to own decisions, drive innovation, and mentor others. The environment is fast-moving, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement. Employees can expect opportunities to stretch their skills and contribute to strategic manufacturing evolution.

Description

• Develop and implement robust quality control procedures across design, manufacturing, and assembly
• Apply advanced GD&T and engineering principles to ensure precision and inspectability
• Interpret inspection and validation data to confirm compliance with specifications and standards
• Partner with production teams to identify risks, resolve issues, and prevent recurrence
• Collaborate with engineering to embed quality into product design
• Perform audits and inspections to meet regulatory and industry requirements
• Work with suppliers to ensure incoming materials meet quality expectations
• Lead root cause analysis and statistical problem-solving initiatives
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians on best practices and methodologies
• Provide strategic input on quality systems, tools, and future investments
• Support internal and external quality and regulatory audits

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 7+ years of experience in quality engineering or a related discipline
• Advanced experience with CMM programming, metrology, and process validation
• Preferred experience with PC-DMIS programming
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and regulated environments (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485)
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive corrective actions
• Demonstrated leadership and success developing junior team members
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to lead and influence quality strategy at a senior level
• High-visibility role with strong cross-functional engagement
• Technically challenging work in a precision manufacturing environment
• Support for professional growth and leadership development

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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