Quality Engineer

Join SEG Sparkstone - Engineering the future of Power Distribution & Control Through Agile Engineering

At SEG Sparkstone, we’re more than a manufacturing company — we are a leading innovator in power distribution and control solutions. Founded as Chicago Switchboard in 1936, today we have manufacturing locations in Addison Illinois, Armada Michigan, Houston Texas and Loveland Colorado.

We design and deliver custom-engineered low and medium voltage electrical products and controls that power industries, facilities, and infrastructure across the United States. SEG Sparkstone is a trusted leader in the industry that is recognized for our agility and progressiveness that allows you to have a direct impact on our future.

If you are passionate about making a difference in a fast-paced environment and value agility, collaboration, customer focus, and integrity, we would love to hear from you.

Position Summary:

Quality Engineers are responsible for developing and maintaining Sparkstone’s quality system with a focus on defect prevention and risk mitigation. They are responsible for developing quality standards and processes that guide all critical Sparkstone processes. Quality Engineers develop, oversee adherence to and modify engineering quality checks and in-process inspection and testing standards. They analyze quality data and turn that data into actionable insights to focus on root cause problem solving and the development of prevention countermeasures. Quality Engineers ensure that properly calibrated tools are available and maintained for all necessary measurements and oversee the creation and maintenance of Sparkstone’s document control system. This position is fully on-site and reports to the Vice President of Quality.

Position Classification:

This is a salaried, Exempt position

Location:

This position is based on-site at our Humble, Texas factory and requires presence in the factory five days per week to collaborate directly with production, engineering, supply chain and quality teams

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, ensure adherence to and improve product test plans and customer Factory Acceptance Test plans
• Develop, in conjunction with Sparkstone stakeholders, standards that document all critical Sparkstone processes.
• Oversee the approval and revision control of all Sparkstone process documents
• Develop automated systems to collect and analyze quality data. Develop tools to transform data into actionable insights that drive focus on root cause problem solving in the areas of highest impact
• Ensure properly calibrated tools are available for all quality measurements
• Drive a world-class quality culture throughout Sparkstone
• Share quality knowledge and standards across all Sparkstone businesses to ensure consistency across the enterprise

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• At least five years’ experience in a Quality Assurance role, preferably within the Electrical Distribution Equipment industry
• Knowledge of Quality Management System standards, including ISO-9001
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause problem solving and implementation of prevention countermeasures
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to identify quality improvement priorities and implement solutions
• Knowledge of inspection equipment such as torque meters and coating thickness testers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a keen attention to detail and a quality-first mindset
• Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to achieve Sparkstone’s goals
• Strong Excel skills required and Power BI experience preferred
• ASQ Membership and certification preferred but not required

Work Environment: This position operates in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to machinery, equipment and electrical systems. This role may also require the ability to walk significant distances throughout the facility multiple times per day, stand for extended periods, and move comfortably within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates must be able to safely navigate the production floor and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching or occasional lifting, as needed