Quality Engineering Leader

Position Summary The Quality Engineering Leader provides strategic leadership for the site Quality Management System while serving as a technical leader for product design, validation, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role ensures compliance with customer, regulatory, industry, and company requirements while improving product reliability, manufacturability, operational performance, and customer satisfaction through cross-functional leadership across the product lifecycle. Salary range $80,000 - $110,000. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of relevant experience) Minimum 7 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, quality, services, or related technical environment. Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001 and audit processes. Experience in product design, validation, and engineering documentation. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project. Demonstrated ability leading cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Quality Engineering, or related technical field Railroad industry experience. Professional certifications such as Lead Auditor, CQE, or Six Sigma. Lean Manufacturing experience. Experience with Reliance, MES, eServices, i360, and other Wabtec supply chain quality and operational data sources Experience with ISO, IRIS, AAR, or other industry-specific quality standards. Experience using 3D CAD software (Creo preferred) and engineering document management systems. Familiarity with engineering analysis tools, CAD/PDM systems, industrial controls, and automated testing technologies. Experience leading customer, supplier, and third-party audits. Strong understanding of FMEA, root cause analysis, corrective action systems, st