Quality Engineer 1

The Quality Engineer 1 role will provide quality support to the manufacturing plant through facilitation of quality initiatives in alignment with SES initiatives and report directly to the Quality Manager. This is an entry level position.

• Take the lead in defining performing and supporting the quality assurance activities in specific cell and/or battery production.
• Create and apply FMEA and Control Plan methods to assure the robustness of new and existing battery designs and processes.
• Use statistical methods as appropriate to establish sampling and quality plans determine process capability implement control charts and inspections.
• Analyze cell battery performance data and process measurement data for special cause conditions and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Use quality palnning tools to ensure quality of new products assist in design verification stage of new products and processes.
• Design and implement experiments to assist with a process optimization problem resolution and new product development.
• Contain and analyze customer returns and internal non-conforming materials. Assist Customer Service team with complaint resolution
• Complete internal ISO audits as assigned. Work with audit teams to make system more effective.
• Educate others on quality tools and principles.
• Perform/assist in incoming inspection activities.
• Document control as applicable to testing and inspection of products from incoming to packaging as per work instructions and quality plans.
• Any other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in engineering or related field is desired. Associates degree in engineering with bachelors degree in business or related field is applicable.
• ASQ quality engineer and Six Sigma certification a plus.
• Willingness to pursue certifications.
• Minimum 7 years experience in a manufacturing environment with 5 years experience in quality role a must.
• Advanced knowledge of FMEA control Plan and SPC approach for risk mitigation.
• Practical knowledge and application of quality principles and requirements.
• Ability to interpret product engineering specifications and prints.
• Practical application of measurement tools and systems.
• Advanced experience with statistical analysis software and basic Microsoft office a plus.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management standard required.
• Member of the internal audit team with knowledge of Quality Management Systems and used to internal audit tools.
• Work independently under the direction of standards. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Ability to influence change. Balancing and prioritization of activities.

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards healthcare wellness adoption assistance discounted stock purchase career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave 401K retirement contribution match at 7% educational assistance (tuition reimbursement) Short-term Disability (STD) paid holidays paid vacation and paid employee referral award.

We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer-centric solutions while increasing sales we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Saft is a global battery company like no other! Our long experience and pioneering spirit combined with our unique industrial approach puts us in a leading position to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. Our batteries and battery systems make a different in every market sector they serve.

Established in 19 countries and supported by our 16 production sites Saft has more than 4300 employees around the world and more than 3000 customers across a range of industries.

Since 2016 Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies a global integrated energy company that produces and markets various forms of energy including oil biofuels natural gas green gases renewables and electricity. With 100000 employees TotalEnergies is committed to provide reliable affordable and sustainable energy to as many people as possible. The company operates in approximately 120 countries and places sustainability at the core of its strategy projects and operations.