W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

Quality Engineer

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.$90K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with quality tools like Management of Change and Non-conformance reporting
  • Familiarity with ISO9001 quality systems and documentation
  • Proficient in cross-functional team interactions with strong communication skills
  • Knowledge of quality methodologies such as Design of Experiments and Statistical Process Control
  • Ability to make risk-based decisions using tools like FMEA
  • Competence in managing multiple projects concurrently in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

  • Provide input and sign-off on technical quality reviews for Fitness for Use (FFU)
  • Develop, validate, and document quality control methods and inspection processes
  • Work collaboratively to develop Intermediate Product Specifications
  • Ensure consistent application of product requirements across the value stream
  • Drive improvements by identifying and resolving quality issues with internal teams
  • Identify risks associated with calibration events and manage customer notifications
  • Investigate non-conformance materials and document findings

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits from Day 1
  • Access to a competitive total rewards package
  • Potential for a hybrid work arrangement
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration and innovation
Full Job Description
Quality Engineer

Req Id: 2047

State/Province: Maryland

Business: Gore Performance Solutions

Category: Engineering, Scientists & Technicians

Sub-Category: Engineering

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Posting Start Date: 7/30/26

Posting End Date: 8/14/26

We are looking for a Quality Engineer to join the Gore Performance Solutions Quality Team in support of the Intermediates Supply Group. In this role you will support manufacturing by providing technical quality support for commercial product manufacturing and derivative product development. Daily activities will include determining and mitigating risk to product, owning product specifications, evaluating product quality, responding to trends in quality metrics, and hands-on problem solving.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Pay and Benefits:

  • $90,000 - $130,000 per year
  • Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits


Responsibilities

  • Provide change management input and signoff for technical quality reviews ensuring Fitness for Use (FFU) and the quality system requirements are being met
  • Develop, validate, and document test methods, inspection and testing processes, visual standards, and sampling plans
  • Work with internal partners to develop and own Intermediate Product Specifications
  • Ensure product requirements are appropriately applied across the value stream
  • Develop and own Intermediate Product Specifications
  • Work with internal partners to identify and resolve issues or concerns and drive improvement activities.
  • Identify and mitigate risks due to calibration events, including the possibility of customer notification
  • Investigate and disposition NCMR materials
  • Gain an understanding of product processing and collaborate with process engineers in a small team setting.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science (such as Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Material Science) with a minimum of 3 years of post-graduation engineering experience
  • Demonstrated experience with quality tools such as Management of Change, Non-conformances, Customer Complaints, and Supplier Corrective Action Requests
  • Experience working with ISO9001 quality systems, documentation, and methodologies
  • Experience successfully interacting with cross-functional teams and influencing others with strong verbal and written communication
  • Strong knowledge of quality tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Gage R&R/MSA, Statistical Process Control (SPC), 5 Why, Ishikawa/Fishbone, and 8D
  • Ability to make effective risk-based decisions, including the use of FMEA
  • Ability to apply engineering fundamentals and statistical tools to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot activities
  • Ability to initiate, prioritize, drive to completion, and concurrently manage multiple products and projects in an ambiguous, dynamic environment
  • Ability to both work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team
  • Ability to travel up to 5%


Desired Qualifications

  • ASQ CQE or CSSBB
  • Experience with ePTFE material handling
  • Experience with Data Visualization & Analytics


This position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the country from which the Associate is employed. Eligibility is dependent on the responsibilities of the role and business needs, and the Associate must agree to comply with Gore's work arrangement policies.

About W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. is a manufacturing company that specializes in advanced materials and products. The company was founded in 1958 by Wilbert L. Gore and Robert W. Gore and is headquartered in Newark, Delaware. W. L. Gore & Associates is known for its innovative products, including Gore-Tex fabric, which is used in outdoor clothing and footwear. The company also produces medical devices, electronic components, and industrial products. W. L. Gore & Associates has operations in over 30 countries and is a privately held company.
Learn more about W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Revenue
$3.8 billion

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