Senior Quality Engineer, Transformers

What you’ll do

You will own transformer quality end-to-end at the Houston factory: building and running the ISO 9001 quality system, and personally executing IQC, IPQC, FAT, and OQC inspections against IEEE, ANSI, and UL standards. You'll manage supplier quality — qualifications, audits, and SCARs — while leading plant quality technicians and handling NCR/FAI documentation. You'll also be responsible for root-causing defects (8D, 5 Whys), driving Lean/Six Sigma improvements, tracking KPIs like first-pass yield, and representing quality with customers during complaints and on-site FAT witnessing.

Where you’ll work

We are an in-office culture — velocity matters when you're building physical infrastructure, and the best decisions happen in the room. This role is ideally based in our Houston office, with full-time onsite expectations outside of bi-weekly WFH Fridays.

Responsibilities

1. Quality Systems & Documentation

• Execute the QMS across the product lifecycle (ISO 9001) and update as required
• Set up and run quality gate architecture — IQC, IPQC, FAT, and OQC — for all transformers,
• Create and process FAI, NCR, and SCAR documentation
• Support vendor qualifications, audits, and close loop communications to enhance vendor service levels
• Maintain calibration records, control plans, and inspection standard work for all production processes

1. Product & Process Quality

• Ensure compliance with transformer standards such as IEEE, ANSI, and UL
• Perform and sign off Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) inspections
• Plan and execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), including AQL-based sampling plans and hands-on test witnessing
• Write and execute test protocols (routine, type, and special tests for transformers and switchboards)
• Lead and collaborate with Quality Technicians at the plant to ensure product quality

1. Supplier Quality Management

• Run supplier qualification and evaluation processes
• Conduct supplier audits and drive corrective actions (SCAR) to closure
• Inspect incoming materials and sub-assemblies against spec at IQC
• Collaborate with supply chain and procurement to drive vendor improvements

1. Inspection Execution & Problem Resolution

• Execute inspections and tests directly on the floor across IQC/IPQC/FAT/OQC
• Investigate quality issues at the point of occurrence and write up NCRs
• Work directly with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to close out non-conformances

1. Continuous Improvement

• Perform root cause analysis using tools (8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys)
• Execute Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to reduce defects and waste
• Track and report KPIs (ie. defects, rework, customer complaints, FPY, FAT first-pass yield)

1. Customer & Compliance

• Handle customer complaints and warranty claims
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Represent Quality on-site during FAT witnessing, audits, and site acceptance

Requirements 

• Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in the Transformer Industry.
• Strong understanding of transformer manufacturing processes and material specs.
• Good communication skill, with ability to convey technical information clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. 
• Proven ability to manage cross-border engineering and production teams.