What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at Heliene?
ABOUT HELIENE
Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.
Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.
Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.
WHY JOIN HELIENE
We are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenge and a flexible, collaborative company culture.
We offer comprehensive benefits, including competitive salaries; paid time off; health, dental, vision and life insurance; as well as retirement plans
THE POSITION
Job Title : Quality Engineer
Position Status : Permanent, Full Time
Department : Quality Assurance
Supervision Received : Quality Manager or Director of Quality Assurance
Supervision Exercised : May provide informal leadership for Quality Leads, Inspectors, and / or Technicians.
Location : Rogers, Minnesota (On-Site)
Date Posted : February 5, 2025
Application Deadline : February 19, 2025
A. Incoming and In Process Inspections, Calibration 25%
B. Non-Conformance 20%
C. In Process and Offline Test Methods 15%
D. Audit – Internal, 3rd Party and Customer, Document Control 10%
E. Quality Key Performance Indicators, Quality Control Plans 10%
F. Training, Lean, and 5S 10%
G. Other Duties as Assigned 10%
TOTAL 100%
The Quality Engineer (QE) works with the team to ensure the quality systems are realized and are in place at Heliene. The duties of a QE include but are not limited to, the daily collection / evaluation of quality data, development and monitoring of Key performance indicators (KPIs), Development and implementation of in-processing and incoming manufacturing inspection, new inspection and test methods, training for team members on measurement methods, support Product Engineering projects, manage internal and external audits from customers. The position requires strong leadership to help drive, improve, and enforce the quality standards driven by internal and external customers. This role must grow with the growth of the organization.
Key Responsibilities :
Developing incoming documents and completing dimensional inspections of incoming and in-process products using various variable and attribute gauging methods based on QCP and
Product Engineer drawings and specifications. Help support the process of going electronic.
Responsible for ensuring the compliance of the calibration system and requirements.
Support Engineering teams to support design review and tolerances definition in line with
manufacturing equipment and supplier process capabilities.
Manages internal aspects of the nonconformance system (NC). Supply reports by collecting,
analyzing, and summarizing information and trends including non-conforming assemblies,
processes issues, and Supplier (raw material and module) issues. Work with QSE on supplier-related issues. Work on the RMA team to address customer issues. Support root cause and
corrective actions and validations.
Develop and / or support the development of in-process test methods that include (but are not
limited to) EL, Flash Test, Hipot, Stringer and Laminate pull tests, Gel content, Ribbon and Jbox
solder tests, and Environmental controls. Develops and maintains the onsite test lab and module
testing / verification process.
Support Audits Audit Coordinators as needed for external quality audits and third-party
surveillance activities.
Lead / conduct internal quality audits to drive QMS improvement and maintain ISO 9001
registration.
Drive and monitor the required actions based on the audit activity listed above.
Monitor and maintain active and effective document control systems in support of the QMS and
effective / efficient operation.
Achieves Key Performance Indicator (KPI) objectives by helping develop the appropriate
production / quality data collection process, collecting data (including nonconformance), and
conducting the appropriate analysis to allow for the appropriate continuous improvement
strategic plans to be enacted. This includes owning a project or being a part of a team that
implements Corrective or Preventative action to ensure the KPIs are met.
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor of Science in engineering or quality with at least three (3) years of experience, or an equivalent
combination of education, training, and experience.
Strong understanding of GD&T.
- ASQ certification as a quality engineer is considered an asset.
- Experience in the manufacturing of PV modules or other solar / renewable energy equipment is
considered an asset.
Salary Range : $65,000 to $90,000 Annually
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@heliene.com no later than 4 : 00 p.m. on February 19, 2025.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.
USA Equity Statement : Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship
Salary : $65,000 - $90,000
