Eaton’s Electrical Sector is currently seeking a Senior NPD Quality Engineer to join our team. This position is based at our Raleigh, NC location. Position Overview: The Senior New Product Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting multiple new product development projects in the division as the Quality functional core team member of the projects in the Eaton PROLaunch new product development phase/ gate system. The individual will represent and support all Quality activity during the project lifecycle. This position reports directly to the Quality Director of the Critical Power and Digital Infrastructure Division. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. In this function you will: Develops focused and detailed project Quality Plans including activities and deliverables to ensure the integrity of the project and product. Provides Lessons Learned feedback, input and data to the new product development process including the project plan, validation, pFMEAs (Design and Process), and manufacturability review activities to facilitate continuous improvement. Collaborates with cross functional project team members including Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality, Engineering, Service and Operations to drive effective implementation of the Quality plan. Monitors and reviews engineering designs and design file releases for compliance to Eaton and industry standards (Enovia). Participates in and provides feedback to various design and cross functional reviews. Manages critical high risk components in accordance with division policy Assures completion of First Piece Inspections (FPI) and performs First Article Inspections (FAI) including APQP/PPAP for all new components and assemblies. Provides guidance, inputs and completes the process pFMEA in collaboration with the Manufacturing and Operations team. Generates the product line Control Plan to be implemented by the Operations team to define and implement actions required at each phase of the manufacturing processes to assure compliance to requirements. Provides guidance, inputs and assures completion of the design pFMEA in collaboration with the new product development and engineering team. Monitors product issues identified (JIRA) during the PROLaunch process to assure product and process readiness for Gate Reviews and product launch. Reviews DVT and validation reports to assure product compliance and readiness for release. Collaborates with Quality team members, including Supplier Development, Customer Quality and Manufacturing Quality as required to achieve Quality Plan and project goals Communicates status of the Quality activity in terms of readiness for formal Gate Review approvals and guidance to proceed to the next phase of the PROLaunch process. Provides critical inputs into the cross functional review (CFR) to assure team readiness for project phase/ gate transitions Completes or assures completion of manufacturing readiness reviews at all primary manufacturing locations prior to production. Monitors initial product shipments and field performance to drive investigations and root cause identification assuring closed loop short term and long-term corrective/ preventive actions to: Improve warranty CONC performance and achieve divisional goals. Improve product line field performance and achieve divisional goals. Improve customer satisfaction Captures lessons learned and improvement opportunities as part of continuous improvement Supports the PDI Quality Director with regional and global quality strategies and initiatives related to New Product Development Quality. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited educational institution Minimum three (3) years of Quality Engineering or related Engineering experience Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship on an ongoing basis Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Only candidates within a 60 miles radius of Raleigh will be considered. Preferred qualifications: Master’s Degree Six Sigma Belt (Green, Black) certified ASQ CQE or CMQ/OE Certification Knowledge of new product development, design, validation, manufacturing and test Knowledge of electrical power quality and distribution products and systems SAP Experience Project Management experience Position Criteria: Ability to demonstrate advanced problem solving skills and methods -i.e. Six Sigma, A3, 5-Why, 8D, root cause analysis, and the associated statistical tools used to analyze problems, evaluate root cause and identify corrective and preventive actions to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Experience with new product development and associated processes Ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills with the ability to lead projects across functions and organizations. Ability to work in a matrix organization, in virtual teams (across different locations), and cross-cultural environments Ability to effectively demonstrate verbal and written communication skills Ability to multitask, complete projects with tight deadlines We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. 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Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Quality Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: CPDI OPS Operations Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Indeed Sponsored Job: Elec Amer