Quality Engineer-Mechanical in Newtown

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Company Overview:

Founded in 1936 and proudly 100% employee-owned, Harold Beck & Sons, Inc. (Beck Electric Actuators) engineers best-in-class electric actuators that deliver unrivaled precision and durability in demanding process environments. From power to water treatment, steel, pulp & paper, cement, and petrochemical plants worldwide, our innovative solutions and legendary direct-factory support keep critical operations running at peak performance. Headquartered in Newtown, PA, Beck continues to set the industry standard for control you can count on.

Role Summary:

The Quality Engineer develops and improves inspection processes that ensure the quality and reliability of Beck’s machined components and electro-mechanical assemblies. This role supports manufacturing, engineering, and supplier quality through expertise in inspection methods, GD&T, CMM programming, and fixture design. The position works cross-functionally to solve quality challenges, evaluate new technologies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, efficiency, and operational performance.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing and maintaining effective and efficient inspection processes to support the Quality Assurance department with inspecting a wide variety of machined components and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Responsible for keeping inspection processes current and optimized.
• Review new product designs for inspection requirements.
• Troubleshoot inspection issues timely and effectively.
• Assist engineering with testing and evaluation of new designs and modifications.
• Provide technical support to outside suppliers as required.
• Generate inspection programs for coordinate measuring machines.
• Research and prepare cost / benefit analysis of capital equipment.
• Responsible for monitoring emerging technologies and evaluating their fit and potential benefit to Quality Assurance operations.
• Interact with other departments and outside suppliers in support of operations.

Requirements:

Professional and Personal Requirements: 

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of GD&T and inspection methodologies.
• Must have experience with designing inspection fixtures using SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software.
• Experience developing CMM programs using PC-DMIS .
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and SPC .
• Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite to create documentation, spreadsheets, and databases to support inspection operations.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Must possess excellent attention and respect for detail.
• Must have proven professional qualities including strong initiative, integrity, and the desire / ability to work in a team environment.
• Must possess a good mechanical aptitude.
• Must have the ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must promote a positive, professional atmosphere and support activities that enhance the welfare and morale of Beck employees.
• Must promote and ensure a safe working environment by demonstrating consistent adherence to Beck safety policies.

Education Requirements:

• Four year bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Office environment requiring ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
• Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone.
• Use keyboard and read from computer, screen and reports.
• Work environment includes regular exposure to manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and hearing protection.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Harold Beck & Sons, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to , , , , , , , veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, Pennsylvania, or local law.