Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Kelly® Engineering is seeking a motivated Associate Quality Enginee r for a direct-hire opportunity with leading industrial valve manufacturer in Houston, TX! If you are passionate about shaping the world we live in and are ready to reengineer your future, trust the experts at hiring experts.

Overview

Established in 2003, our client is a premier manufacturer of high-quality industrial valves for critical applications in oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, and power industries. Custom-built to client specifications, our valves are proudly made and tested in the U.S.A., ensuring top-notch performance and reliability.

The Associate Quality Engineer's responsibilities include code implementation, non-conformances and corrective action management, cross-department liaison, product testing, and process improvement. This role is ideal for green engineering professionals and recent graduates with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, proficiency in 3D CAD software, experience in a manufacturing environment, and knowledge of FEA and CFD simulation tools. Knowledge of machining, fabrication and welding is considered a plus! Company will provide training on industry specifics and quality engineering procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deep Dive into Product Knowledge: Develop a comprehensive understanding of our diverse product lines, design codes, standards, and regulations. Implement these standards effectively across projects.

• Quality Management Support: Assist the Quality department in the management of NCRs, CARs, PARs, OFIs, and Customer Complaints, ensuring timely and effective resolution.

• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Act as a bridge between the Quality and Engineering departments, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration on various projects.

• First Article Product Testing: Collaborate with quality and operations teams to build and test first article products, ensuring adherence to quality metrics and standards.

• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Drive product and process improvements based on quality metrics and emerging trends, contributing to the enhancement of our manufacturing processes.

• Vendor Interaction: Engage with vendors as needed to support product development and manufacturing processes.

• Valve Assembly Support: Assist the production team with valve assembly and testing issues, ensuring smooth production processes.

• Documentation and Work Instructions: Develop, modify, and manage internal and service work instructions to ensure clarity and consistency in processes.

• Large Production Order Planning: Support in the planning and execution of large non-standard production orders, ensuring efficiency and quality.

• Technical Skills Development: Engage in CAD modeling, CAD drawing, and FEA simulation to enhance your technical expertise.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in quality engineering within a manufacturing setting.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ME) or Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) from an ABET-accredited institution.

• Strong command of mechanical engineering principles to drive quality initiatives.

• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and drawing, with preference for SolidWorks experience.

• Working knowledge of API 6D and ASME B16.34 design codes.

• Familiarity with FEA and CFD simulation tools for analysis and optimization.

• Experience with fabrication and welding processes to support manufacturing.

• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems, contributing to continuous improvement.

• Must currently reside in the Houston area (relocation assistance not available)

All applicants applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (~~~) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

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About Kelly

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.