Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer

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Until 8/22/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 29, 2026 Last posted May 29, 2026
Job description

Ready for a career where you are truly valued? Your journey starts here at CGI Inc, a Timken company.

CGI is based in the heart of Carson City, Nevada, nestled right against the Sierra Nevada mountains and just 45 minutes from Lake Tahoe. At CGI we strive daily to exceed customer expectations with quality products and services that power the future of medical and robotics innovation. From precision gears used in life-saving surgical robots to components that have landed on the moon, our work has a global footprint. Join a team that values your contributions and empowers you to make a real-world difference. At CGI, Inc. we understand that our success rests on our most valued asset - our employees.

CGI by Timken is in search of an Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer 

 

Job Summary:
The Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE) is responsible for investigating, managing analysis, coordinating, responding and reporting of customer returns via Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) and internal Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) along with any associated customer return documentation. Works with Manufacturing Engineers to execute corrective actions and preventive actions. Audits and works with suppliers on quality issues pertaining to NCRs. Coordinates the qualification of new equipment along with any special process qualifications. Assists the Manufacturing Engineers and Quality Department in programming inspection equipment. Provides support to Operations for developing in-process inspection methods for new and existing products to produce repeatable measurements while ensuring consistent application of quality techniques. Supports new product/program activity such as Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Capability Studies, and Gage R&Rs, PPQP, Capacity Studies as dictated by the customer. Monitors and reports customer quality ratings.

Reviews and resolves to root cause on Corrective Action/Preventative Actions (CAPA). Supports the customer with documentation and manufacturability feedback, measurement correlation, GR&R activities as well as equipment qualification and change requests.  and interacts with customers to resolve quality issues. Works with the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Manufacturing Quality Engineers on priorities and implementation of Lean projects and other improvement projects.

 

 

 

Essential Responsibilities:
Performs problem-solving and root cause analysis on customer returns.
Communicates promptly with customers on returns and quality issues.
Generates monthly RMA and NCR summaries.
Works with Manufacturing Engineers on Corrective and Preventive Actions.
Prepares Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Capability Studies, Gage R&Rs, PPQP, and Capacity Studies as needed.
Assists in special process validations.
Prepares and executes installation, operational, and software validation protocols.
Handles process change request requirements.
Programs and sets up inspection equipment.
Prioritizes inspection and quality projects with the Director of Manufacturing Engineering.
Monitors new inspection technologies and recommends practical applications.
Performs other assigned duties.

 

 

Technical Functional Skills:
Knowledgeable of mechanical principles and machining practices.
Familiar with statistical process controls and measurements.
Understanding of gear manufacturing and measurement techniques.
Knowledge of Standard Drafting Practices and GD&T application.
Familiar with ISO9000, ISO13485, and AS9100 quality systems.
Experience with MiniTab or similar statistical software.
Familiar with inspection tools like CMM and Vision Systems.
Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean practices preferred.
Drafting skills in Solidworks and AutoCAD preferred.
Able to integrate methods with innovations to solve production issues efficiently.
Self-motivated and works well with minimal supervision.
Effective oral and written communication across all levels and with external partners.
Organized, manages time, and prioritizes tasks well.
Applies problem-solving to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
Working knowledge of computer systems and ERP software.

 

Minimum Qualifications:
B.S.M.E. or similar engineering degree, or B.S. with Industrial Technology or Engineering coursework
At least three years’ experience as a Quality or Manufacturing Engineer or similar role

 

 

CGI. Inc. maintains strict adherence to ISO 9001 Quality Management; ISO 13485 Medical Devices Quality Management and AS/EN 9100 Aerospace Quality Management Systems. As a Subcontractor to Prime Federal Contractors, CGI, Inc. may be subject to flow-down clauses regarding Federal regulatory requirements and procedural guidelines related to the industries that we serve. CGI, Inc. operates facilities that are controlled by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All positions are safety-sensitive.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

About this role

Summary

Investigate customer returns, manage quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and support manufacturing processes.

Job title

Senior Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Carson City, Nevada, on-site only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

problem-solvingstatistical process controlISO9000ISO13485AS9100Gage R&RsFMEAsAutoCADSolidworks

Preferred skills

Six SigmaLean practicesCMMVision SystemsMiniTab

Specializations

quality assurancemanufacturingproblem-solvingstatistical process controlISO standards
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Carson City, NV, USA

On-site City