Quality Improvement Engineer, Enterprise

About ERMCO

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO) is the leading manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions, serving electric utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tenn., ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities across North America.

With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO the Most Valued Partner for delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a systematic thinker with a commitment to operational excellence to join our Enterprise Quality Department as a Quality Improvement Engineer. This critical role will be responsible for enhancing the organization’s quality toolkit, leading structured problem-solving workshops, and implementing robust methodologies to ensure product and process excellence across manufacturing operations. This position is instrumental in fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and improvement across the organization.

This role can be remote in the following states: AZ, FL, GA, IL, KS, NC, NE, SD, TN, TX, WI, WY. This role requires up to 50% travel. 

• Lead the enhancement of the organization’s quality toolkit by facilitating structured improvement initiatives and deploying core problem-solving and risk management methodologies including FMEA, Control Plans, A3 Thinking, 5Whys, and Fishbone Diagrams and other Six Sigma tools such as SIPOC, Pareto Analysis, and Control Charts.
• Apply statistical process analysis techniques to monitor, control, and improve manufacturing performance, utilizing tools such as Control Charts, Process Capability Studies, Regression Analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Provide training and mentorship on quality tools and methodologies to build capability across manufacturing sites.
• Champion quality improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and ensure alignment with enterprise quality standards.
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance enterprise-wide quality assurance processes to align with ISO standards, industry best practices, and organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify process inefficiencies and lead improvement initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring process documentation and execution meet ISO and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for process-related non-conformances.
• Develop and maintain process maps, SOPs, and work instructions to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Lead or support Six Sigma projects to drive measurable improvements in quality, cost, and delivery.
• Analyze quality data and process metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide training and guidance to facility teams on process standards, quality tools, and best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting quality processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• 5+ years of experience in quality, process engineering or continuous improvement roles, preferably in transformer or electrical equipment manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, IEEE transformer standards and Six Sigma principles.
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) or CQE preferred.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with experience in statistical tools and quality software.
• Proven experience deploying quality tools within the DMAIC framework (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control).
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple sites.
• Willingness to travel to manufacturing and supplier locations as needed.

Let’s Build the Future Together

At ERMCO, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is real. Whether you’re building on early career experience or launching your professional journey, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow in a manufacturing environment that values innovation and collaboration.

Join ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career.