Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer – Arcosa Wind Towers

Solve Problems. Drive Improvement. Protect the Customer.

Arcosa Wind Towers is seeking a Quality Engineer who thrives on solving complex manufacturing challenges and driving sustainable improvements. While this role will include hands-on involvement with inspections or reacting to defects, additionally we are looking for a strategic problem solver who can identify root causes, implement robust corrective actions, and improve processes that strengthen customer confidence.

What You'll Do

• Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, Lean, and Six Sigma tools.
• Coach team members and inspectors on these methodologies to help support a culture of first-time quality.
• Assist in the design and improvement of quality control systems and processes; help strengthen policies and procedures, auditing practices and manufacturing standards across multiple plants (up to 50% travel to plants in NM, IA, and OK).
• Develop and implement effective containment, corrective, and preventive actions to eliminate recurring quality issues.
• Analyze quality performance data and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to improve process capability and product quality.
• Drive cross-functional improvement initiatives that reduce defects and improve customer satisfaction.
• Support customer quality concerns and communicate findings, corrective actions, and progress updates.
• Support Supplier Quality Team with the evaluation and/or qualification of new suppliers and materials.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or a related technical field.
• 8-10 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Working knowledge of quality tools such as 8D, 5 Why, SPC, FMEA, Lean, and Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project leadership skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive sustainable results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy manufacturing, fabrication, welding, coatings, steel structures, or related industries.
• ISO 9001 experience.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.