Quality Engineer

On-Site

We have an exceptional opportunity for a Quality Engineer to join our team in the Boxborough, MA facility. This individual would have responsibility for the internal and external quality of their assigned mini-factory(s). You will organize and execute on audit and compliance activities to ensure that our customer base receives the highest level of product quality. You will work with a team of professionals utilizing a Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing mindset to meet or exceed customer and corporate quality expectations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide Quality leadership to ensure we meet customer and Gems-Setra expectations by driving continuous improvement in key quality metrics.

• Utilize practical problem-solving techniques to lead team in root cause analysis and resolution of complex quality issues.

• Utilize Ralliant Business System (RBS) tools to make process improvements.

• Maintain and update procedures, processes, and documentation.

• Generate Engineering Change requests when finding drawing and BOM errors for corrections.

• Participate in and/or lead Daily Management and material review board (MRB) reviews.

• Initiate and complete product non-conformance reports (FAR, CAR, 8D) documentation for supplier defects. Maintain regular communication with supplier regarding quality expectations and swift resolution of issues and complaints.

• Manage containment actions for supplier issues including sorting, rework, and inspection.

• Track, analyze, and prepare countermeasures for factory quality issues such as rework and scrap.

• Plan and direct activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for manufacturing processes, material, and products.

• Utilize and maintain team PFMEA and Control Plan documentation. Lead team in RPN reduction actions.

• Support team for new product launches in the development of APQP documents (FMEAs, Control Plans, PPAPs).

• Perform internal audits of product and processes.

• Prepare and calculate daily and monthly KPI metrics for team analysis and action.

• Lead validation and risk reduction efforts for new products and processes.

• Facilitate customer and/or supplier audits and visits with team. Lead corrective actions as required from audits.

• Maintain ISO and customer regulatory requirements within team.

QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Bachelor of Science degree from four-year college or university required; engineering degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Excellent academic record (GPA: 3.0 minimum)

• 3+ years relevant experience in manufacturing environment; other engineering experience and/or internships will be considered

• Effective interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience leading projects.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blue prints, regulations, and quality system related procedure manuals and standards.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as statistical process control, design of experiments, design for manufacturing, and six sigma problem solving methods.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with fabrication processes like welding, brazing, and machining preferred.

• Experience with automotive style quality expectations preferred.

• ISO 9001 and/or 13485 Lead Auditor certification

TRAVEL REQUIRED:

• Ability to travel domestically (<5%) to customer or supplier sites.

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Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About Gems Setra

Gems Setra is a leading global supplier of sensing and monitoring technologies, operating within the Precision Technologies platform of Ralliant Corporation. Through our comprehensive portfolio of premium sensing products, we deliver solutions to customer problems and challenges. As two Fortive businesses merged in 2022, Gems Setra's vision is to connect our customers to their environment to create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. Gems Sensors product offerings include a range of products that encompass liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors, miniature solenoid valves, proximity switches, and integrated fluid management solutions. The Setra Systems product line offers an extensive selection of high-quality sensing instruments for humidity, current, vacuum, energy, and pressure measurements. At the heart of our combined company's mission lies a shared dedication between Gems Sensors and Setra Systems to deliver high-quality sensing solutions, backed by reliable customer support on a global scale. As a part of Ralliant, we embrace a culture of innovation, driving progress and empowering advancements in the industries and customers we serve.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 73590.00-136730.00