Site Quality Engineer - Senior

We are looking for a talented Site Quality Engineer – Senior to join our team specializing in quality for our Cummins’ business in Mineral Point, WI.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Drive rapid resolution of customer and plant quality issues by leading corrective action investigations, containment activities, and root cause analysis to prevent recurring defects and improve customer satisfaction.

Ensure products and manufacturing processes consistently meet customer, regulatory, and industry quality standards by supporting compliance with IATF requirements, APQP processes, PPAP submissions, and customer-specific expectations.

Lead quality validation efforts for product and process changes, including Value Package Introductions (VPI), by verifying key performance measures, analyzing data, and providing recommendations that support informed business decisions.

Serve as a trusted quality expert for cross-functional teams, providing technical guidance and partnering with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to resolve quality challenges.

Strengthen operational performance by leading continuous improvement initiatives using proven methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, 7-Step Problem Solving, and Intelligent Quality Tools and Methods (IQTM).

Support successful product launches and Safe Launch activities by identifying risks early, implementing preventive controls, and ensuring quality standards are achieved from initial production through stabilization.

Enhance organizational quality capability by coaching and mentoring less-experienced team members on quality tools, best practices, and problem-solving approaches that drive sustainable improvements.

Contribute to a culture of quality excellence by leading and supporting audits, identifying improvement opportunities, and ensuring products, processes, and systems consistently deliver reliable results and customer value.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

Leverage strong quality and manufacturing expertise by applying APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, auditing, and quality management systems to ensure products and processes consistently meet customer, regulatory, and business requirements. Use data-driven problem-solving and statistical analysis to identify root causes, reduce variation, improve process performance, and implement sustainable corrective actions that protect the customer and prevent recurrence. Build strong relationships and influence cross-functional stakeholders by communicating effectively, balancing quality priorities with business objectives, and maintaining a customer-focused approach in decision-making. Drive continuous improvement and organizational success by managing projects effectively, embracing Quality 4.0 technologies and digitization, developing team capabilities, and fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and innovation.

Education/Experience:

• Demonstrated role competence is required.
• College, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject or experience equivalent is required.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Intermediate level of experience required. Preferably 3-5 years’ experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Program Management role in the automotive industry or a similarly regulated industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of related manufacturing or quality experience required.

Additional Details:

• Manages a team of quality personnel.

Compensation

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.