Quality Engineer

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. 

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job:

As a key member of our Quality team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards across our manufacturing processes and products. You will handle quality aspects directly related to production, participate in and conduct customer and supplier audits, and address quality-related non-conformities, observations, and comments.

You’ll lead and support quality improvement projects and activities, actively participate in the launch of new products or modifications to existing ones, and manage the claim analysis and resolution process.

Additionally, you will help promote and manage continuous improvement initiatives within the Quality area, aligning your efforts with Alfa Laval’s Quality Strategy to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

This is an onsite position located in Richmond, VA.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Develops quality objectives complementary to corporate and PG goals and implements plans and strategies to achieve those objectives.
• Directs and performs all operations-related activities to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements imposed by codes and standards used in the supply of the GPHE, CPB and HFH product lines (including ASME, ABS PED, 3A and ISO 9001 and other applicable ones).
• Coordinates and manages calibration for Richmond Operations.
• Serves as liaison to ASME and 3rd party inspection and audits
• Support welding processes, and inspection methods
• Coordinates and support customer surveys, audits and PPAP requests
• Plans and conducts inspections, measurements, and/or tests to assure the quality of products or components
• Coordinates and drives continuous improvement activities or projects addressing quality related problems and improvements.
• Coordinates training of key people in the organization in regulatory or customer requirements related to quality.

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

What you know:

You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline and:

• 3+ years of experience working with Heat exchangers and Fluid handling products.
• Experience in Lean manufacturing / ALPS (preferred).
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tool.
• Project management, process analysis, and process improvement experience.

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically $85,000 - $90,000.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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