Job Description:
Position Title or Job Classification: CWI Quality Engineer
Business Unit: Terex Utilities
Location: Huron, SD
Reports to: Quality Manager
What you’ll do:
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Provide support and administration of quality systems in Huron
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Direct tasks and objectives of Watertown quality team
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Lead Nonconformance Review for issue root cause identification as well as corrective and preventive actions
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Provide strong visibility of nonconformance issues, associated projects, and progress in the form of a dashboard-style format with critical success indicators
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Drive, design and manufacture quality improvements utilizing a data-based decision-making approach, rapid problem resolution, collaboration with engineers and internal customers and relentless continuous process/engineering improvements
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Analyze the effectiveness of the quality system and coordinate quality related issues with other departments, suppliers and customers
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Analyze current quality monitoring methods, systems, and tools and develop and implement new ones to increase effectiveness and efficiency
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Promotes use of statistical analysis for determination of improvements, and provides analyses to support risk mitigation
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Implement quality plans for new or revised materials and/or products
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Support line audits as well as First Article and receiving inspection functions
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Evaluate work methods, procedures, and policies while also coaching and mentoring functional groups and departments on quality processes
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Work cooperatively with all members of the Supply Chain and Product Development teams and with third-party manufacturers.
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Support new product development teams
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Generate training materials and programs as required, and conduct training sessions to support quality system
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Ensuring all products are manufactured in compliance with product requirements, safety standards and design specifications, including fixture and tooling analysis
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Identify areas of systemic weakness and leads initiatives to implement corrective action
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Supports efforts in conjunction with manufacturing and engineering to develop plans for continual improvement of product and process quality
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Provides support to groups and departments regarding product quality issues, measurement data, measurement techniques, performance
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Develop inspection programs and operate portable CMM arms to conduct highly accurate dimensional analysis of manufactured parts
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Develop and oversee Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards
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Schedule and oversee on-site equipment calibrations while managing the ordering, tracking, and documentation of measurement devices
What you’ll bring:
Basic Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s Degree: Engineering or technical degree –
Preferred Qualifications:
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2+ years of industrial experience.
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Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
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Ability to influence
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Ability to compile and analyze data
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Understanding SPC, and process capability determination
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Technical expertise to identify root cause through data analysis
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Ability to evaluate, develop and implement improvements quickly
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Excellent problem-solving skills
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to teach other team members
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Ability to work independently and within a team
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Ability to coordinate assignments among multiple support groups and provide direction for project team members
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Ability to evaluate product and process change requests to ensure product quality is not compromised
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Ability to work well under compressed time constraints
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Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at one time
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Understanding of precision measurement instruments
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Hands-on manufacturing/engineering experience in a fabrication/assembly shop environment
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Experience supporting an ISO Quality System
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Ability to eliminate Quality challenges using poke-yokes and Zero QC techniques
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Welding process knowledge
Salary: The salary range for this position is $76,500-93,500/Annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. All eligible Team Members will be offered health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.
Why join us
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We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose
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Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
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Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
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We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
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We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
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Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.
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We offer competitive salaries, Team Member bonus, healthcare, paid holidays, 401K, life insurance, LinkedIn Learning.
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For more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate
If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.
About Terex:
Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.
We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.
With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.
For more information, please visit www.terex.com.
Additional Information:
We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at [email protected].
The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.
