Location: Dalton, GA
Technician: DEPTEC
The Opportunity The Senior Field Quality Engineer delivers execution and oversight for quality assurance and control across complex, mission-critical projects. This role ensures compliance with international standards, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and mentors junior engineers. The position collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop advanced quality frameworks, manage supplier quality programs, and ensure flawless execution of QA/QC processes throughout the project lifecycle.
What you will do? - Lead development and implementation of enterprise-level QA/QC strategies, inspection protocols, and test plans for electrical and mechanical systems.
- Oversee root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action programs for systemic issues.
- Manage supplier quality audits and qualification programs globally.
- Direct commissioning and validation activities for large-scale installations, ensuring compliance with NEC, ASME, AWS, ASTM, IEC, IEEE, and ISO standards.
- Serve as primary quality liaison for executive stakeholders and clients, providing technical guidance and reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Develop and maintain advanced QA documentation systems, including digital NCR tracking and analytics dashboards.
- Mentor and train QA/QC engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of quality excellence.
Represent the organization in regulatory and certification audits.
Required Qualifications - 8+ years of quality assurance or field engineering experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication with team members, supervisor, and customers.
- Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001, NFPA 70E, NEC, ASME, ASTM, and related quality codes.
- Hands-on experience in field commissioning, inspection, and testing of both mechanical and electrical systems.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Preferred: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Preferred: NFPA CESCP, ASME GDTP, or NETA Level II Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry or Electrical Safety)
- Strong understanding of quality engineering tools: FMEA, SPC, PPAP, control plans.
- Highly experienced in mechanical systems, emphasis on cooling and design
- Proficiency with mechanical measurement tools (CMM, calipers, gauges, micrometers).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy and safety.
- Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- Proactive and adaptable to changing field environments.
How we support you We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.
- Performance-driven rewards • Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
- Comprehensive healthcare • Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family's total well-being.
- Security and peace of mind • Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
- Flexible benefits options • A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
- Time to recharge • Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Investing in your growth • Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
- Planning for the future • Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.
