Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Design Quality Engineer to support product quality, root cause investigation,

and corrective action implementation for fuel cell components and systems.

This role is focused on closing the loop between manufacturing, quality, and design engineering by leading

Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA/CAR) and driving design improvements based on production and

field performance.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation and enjoys working across functions combining

data analysis, problem-solving, and hands-on investigation to improve product reliability and

manufacturability in a 24/7 production environment.

Key Responsibilities

CAPA / Root Cause Leadership

Lead root cause investigations for product nonconformances, production issues, and field failures

Utilize structured methods (5 Whys, Fishbone, DOE, 8D, Six Sigma tools) to identify root causes

Drive CAPA/CAR to closure

Design Quality & Continuous Improvement

Translate production and quality issues into design improvements (ECR/ECOs)

Evaluate tolerance stack-ups, materials, and failure modes (FMEA/DFM)

Drive systemic improvements to reduce repeat failures

Manufacturing & MRB Support

Support MRB/disposition decisions

Clarify specifications and support deviation decisions

Supplier Quality Interface

Support supplier nonconformances and corrective actions

Partner with supply chain on technical issues

Data Analysis & Collaboration

Support analysis of scrap, yield, and field performance data

Collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Procurement

Required Qualifications

Education: BS degree in Mechanical or Materials Engineering or relevant discipline.

Experience: 5 10 years of experience, with root cause and problem-solving in a manufacturing

environment

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Must be able to work in the office environment

Combination of hands-on work and desk-based engineering tasks

Be able and willing to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as

safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, and other PPE as required.

Able to distinguish color.

Travel: occasional domestic travel (10% travel) - including travel between Torrington and Danbury,

CT locations.

Willingness to support on-call rotation and off-shift coverage as needed

Manufacturing and Design QA

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