QA Project Engineer (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

QA Project Engineer (Manufacturing): Driving product and process quality through design optimization and cross-functional leadership during product development and launch with an accent on statistical problem solving and manufacturing capability. Focus on implementing APQP/PPAP plans, executing statistical studies (SPC, DOE, MSA), and ensuring robust production readiness for complex electromechanical systems.

Location: Onsite in Buffalo, NY

Salary: $115,000–$130,000 Annually

Company

hirify.global is a performance-driven organization specializing in custom hydraulic and electromechanical precision motion control solutions for diverse industries including aerospace and energy.

What you will do

• Lead product development quality activities, providing manufacturability feedback and identifying key characteristics.
• Develop and implement APQP plans and manage PPAP submissions for production qualification.
• Design and execute statistical studies (SPC, capability studies, DOE, regression) to drive process improvements.
• Create and maintain process control plans and measurement systems analysis.
• Consult with cross-functional engineering teams to optimize designs for cost, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Present variation-reduction findings at internal and customer design reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with applied statistics and manufacturing design.
• Demonstrated hands-on application of APQP and PPAP in product development.
• Strong background in applied statistics (SPC, capability studies, MSA, DOE, regression).
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing and assembly/test processes for complex electromechanical systems.
• Must be able to access U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice to have

• MS in Applied Statistics.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary Design-to-Cost teams.
• Supervisory experience in a quality engineering context.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive financial rewards including bonus opportunities and 401k matching.
• Full health and welfare coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible paid time off and parental leave programs.
• Professional development support through tuition assistance and leadership coaching.
• Inclusive culture with active Employee Resource Groups.