Quality Engineer

Nesco Resource, LLC

Danbury, CT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90–$110 Per Year
SKILLS
8D, American Society for Quality (ASQ), Analysis Skills, Auditing, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation Plan, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics Assembly, Electronics Manufacturing, External Audit, Failure Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), IPC Standards, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), ISO 9001, Industry Standards, Internal Audit, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Testing, Production Control, Productivity Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reliability Testing, Research & Development (R&D), Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Process Control, Statistics, Team Player, Test Lab, Testing, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Validation Testing, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Quality Management
LOCATION
Danbury, CT
POSTED
7 days ago

Key Responsibilities
1. Quality Assurance & Control

  • Develop and implement quality control plans, inspection methods, and testing procedures for electronic components and assemblies.
  • Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Perform root cause analysis on defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
2. Process Improvement
  • Use methodologies like Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Statistical Process Control to reduce variation and improve yield.
  • Analyze production data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
3. Supplier Quality Management
  • Evaluate and qualify suppliers
  • Conduct supplier audits and manage incoming quality issues.
4. Testing & Validation
  • Define and oversee functional, environmental, and reliability testing of electronic products.
  • Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 9001, IPC (e.g., IPC-A-610), and regulatory requirements.
5. Documentation & Compliance
  • Maintain quality documentation including control plans, inspection reports, and nonconformance reports.
  • Support internal and external audits.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work with R&D, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for quality (DFQ).
  • Provide training to production staff on quality standards and procedures.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
  • 2–5+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing or quality engineering.
  • Familiarity with quality tools (FMEA, 8D, Pareto analysis, fishbone diagrams).
  • Understanding of industry standards (IPC, ISO).

Preferred Qualifications
  • Certification such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) from American Society for Quality.
  • Experience with failure analysis techniques and reliability testing.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CE).
  • Knowledge of sensors

Key Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Data analysis and statistical skills
  • Communication and teamwork
  • Process-oriented mindset

Work Environment
  • Manufacturing floor and office setting
  • Interaction with production lines, test labs, and suppliers
  • May involve occasional travel for supplier audits



Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the Company

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Nesco Resource, LLC

Companies need talent. You want job opportunities.

That’s where we come in. We create meaningful connections between companies and candidates, and we’ve been doing it for over 65 years.
Our national workforce solutions include contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement services, and managed services for a variety of industries.

We employ specialized recruiters focused in Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, and Manufacturing & Distribution.

When you need to find a job, we're your partner.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Employee Referral Program
FOUNDED
1956
WEBSITE
https://nescoresource.com/