Sr. Quality Engineer

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.Itron is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer for our West Union, SC facility. This position will report to the Principal Quality Engineer with a focus of work on quality system and process improvements. This position will work with and lead cross functional teams to drive systems projects and continuous improvement. This role will also have a primary responsibility for UL audits and assist with internal as well as external audits for the site.Duties and ResponsibilitiesOwn and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives within the QMS, proposing and implementing enhancements to processes, tools, and systems to drive overall quality performance and operational excellence.Manage site level UL audits and required responsesAssist with internal and external audits and support required responses or corrective actionsCreate or update documents governing quality systems processes (SOPs, WIs)Provide training on quality topics or process updatesAnalyze and trend data for quality performance processes or metricsReport on improvement projects or 8-D status and/or results to leadership or cross functional teamsRequired Skills and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.5+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer or related experience.Working knowledge of ISO9001 or other similar quality standardsISO lead auditor or internal auditor experienceCross functional team leadershipExperience working with UL regulated products and facilitating UL auditsFamiliarity with revising and managing quality risk documents (FMEA, DFMEA, Risk Assessments)Experience with 8-D and Root Cause Analysis ToolsPreferred Skills and ExperienceCertified Lead AuditorASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)Lean Six Sigma Trained or CertifiedExperienced or Certified TrainerTravel: 0-10%Benefits InfoThis position also includes a competitive benefit package including financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, and more!Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr