Quality Engineer - Customer & Projects - Electrical Sector EMEA
Join Eaton, a global leader where equality and inclusivity are at the heart of our mission. Here, everyone is valued and belongs. Be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions, making a tangible impact on the world. We empower our customers to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical energy more effectively, safely, and sustainably. At Eaton, we're dedicated to enhancing quality of life and protecting the environment with our innovative energy management technologies and services
What you'll do:
The Quality Engineer - Customer & Projects ("QE") leads Quality activities with fucus on Projects and Customer satisfaction. QE is responsible for meeting internal and external quality standards, industry regulations and Customer specifications.
Strategy & Change Leadership
- Work closely with Product Engineering, Program Mgmt, SCM, Operations and other cross-functional partners.
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Process Creation
- Ensure seamless integration of quality deliverables into New Product Development utilizing APQP and Eaton's PROLaunch processes.
Execution & Quality Assurance
- Plan and perform Quality project reviews including specific customer requirements.
- Track, and report quality KPIs.
- Contribute to Design for Manufacturing and Assembly, Design for Six Sigma, Manufacturing Launch Readiness Review (MLRR) and ither standardized Eaton Business Systems processes
Regulatory Compliance and Adherence to Standards
- Ensure adherence to applicable Customer, industry standards and Eaton requirements.
Supplier Quality Management
- Partner with Supplier Quality to ensure consistent alignment with Customer and Eaton standards.
- Review deliverables and compliance evidence from external suppliers.
- Support /Review audits, assessments, PPAP etc.
Organizational Development: Training, Coaching & Capability Building
- Continuuesly pursue self-development oppoortunities.
- Stay up to speed with internal and external process and procesures updates and enhancements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering or related technical discipline.
- Solid experience in quality, product engineering or manufacturing engineering for electromechanical or safety-critical electronic systems.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of electrical components/schematics, wiring, PCB assemblies
- Working knowledge of Quality tools:
- 8D, FMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP
- Root Cause Analysis methods
- Ability to read engineering drawings
- Experience with measurement systems and test equipment
- Familiar with standards and compliance
- Minitab or other statistical tools
- MS Office and data analysis tools
Bonus qualifications:
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
- Auditor certification (internal auditor or lead auditor)
- Strong persuasion and stakeholder influence skills
- Ability to challenge teams constructively
- Clear communication and independent decision-making
- Cross-functional collaboration (Engineering, PMO, Supplier Quality, Plants)
- Structured problem solving and risk-based thinking
- Result-driven mindset and high attention to detail
What we can offer to you:
- Contract in fast growing global company
- Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
- Great promotional opportunities - We encourage internal promotion, whenever possible
- Excellent working environment - safety and ethic are really important for us
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)