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Wabtec Corporation · 4 hours ago

Quality Engineer II

Buffalo Grove, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$61K/yr - $83K/yr

5+ years exp

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment and solutions for the freight and transit rail sectors. As a Quality Engineer II, you will drive improvements in quality by reducing defects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Railroad Manufacture

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Log and track customer complaints; lead containment actions, root cause analysis, and communicate resolutions to customers

Conduct process audits and Gemba walks to identify issues early; approve reworks and support MRB/NCMR (Material Review Board/Non Conformance Management) activities for timely disposition

Lead structured problem-solving using 8D and DMAIC; drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives

Facilitate PFMEA sessions and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and transit standards

Track APQP/PPAP deliverables for new product launches and validate process readiness

Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supplier quality issues and drive corrective actions

Use ERP/MES and QMS platforms to manage data; prepare and review quality reports, COPQ trends, and systemic issues

Qualification

Quality EngineeringStructured Problem SolvingLean/Six SigmaCustomer Complaint ManagementPFMEAControl PlansSPCMSAOrganizationAccountabilityCollaborationCommunicationCustomer FocusAdaptability

Required

5+ years in quality engineering within manufacturing environments

2+ years in customer-facing roles

Customer complaint management

Structured problem solving (8D/A3)

PFMEA

Control Plans

SPC

MSA

Lean/Six Sigma

Accountability

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Customer Focus

Organization

Adaptability

Office-based with shop floor presence

Stand, walk, and navigate facilities

Computer use for extended periods

Occasionally lift/move up to 25 lbs

Travel up to 10% to customers and manufacturing sites

Ability to assist in building, testing, and inspecting electro-mechanical systems

Employment requires legal authorization to work in the U.S

Successful completion of applicable screenings

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or related field

Benefits

Health

Welfare

Retirement

Annual bonus, if eligible

Company

Wabtec Corporation

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Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services.

Founded in 1869

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

10001+ employees

http://www.wabteccorp.com

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