ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERGis seeking an experienced engineer or scientist to support quality management in an ISO 9001:2015–compliant manufacturing environment.This positionwill involve working closely with government and contractor employees to meet all technical and local qualityrequirements. Duties include guidingandassistingwith quality control, auditing, and oversight; developing and reviewing quality documentation; assessing production readiness;conductingareaandprocess-specific quality data management and reporting; problemsolving; andperformingother best quality control and ISO 9001:2015 practices.

The selected candidate will design and implement strategies and team initiatives to meet thefederal client’svision, mission, and goals; be able to manage multiple efforts at the same time while collaboratingonideas and resources within and across departments; and develop an understanding of processes and practices closely related to quality and safety. This position is full-time atthefederal site in McAlester,Oklahoma, and will include interactionwithand support from ERG personnel. 

Job Description:

Use advanced engineeringand/orscientific techniques, requirements, methods, sources, and procedures

Guideandassistwithqualitycontrol,problemsolving,document andproductionreadinessreviews,qualityauditing andoversight,areaand process-specificqualitydatamanagement andreporting, metrics, and other bestqualitycontrol and ISO 9001:2015 practices

Review quality documents such astechnical data packages (TDPs), quality project plans (QPPs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and shop travelers (S/Ts)

Work closely with production engineers to ensure all technical and local qualityrequirementsare met

Communicate, both orally and in writing, the results of audits, reviews, and engineering efforts, asrequired.Lead teamscarrying outthese effortsandassistwith training activities

Design and implement strategies and team initiatives to achieve the vision, mission, and goals

Manage multiple efforts simultaneously whilecollaborating onideas and resources within the department

Collaborate within and across departments and develop an understanding of their processes and practices closely related to quality and safety

Promote a safe working environment, reduce operational costs, and address and correctpossible hazards

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s ormaster’sdegree inan engineeringor science discipline

At least5years of experiencerelatedtomanufacturing (e.g., energetics, chemicals,plastics, petroleum, automotives, food, pharmaceuticals)

Knowledge of analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving techniques necessary to perform professional scientificand/orengineering work

Ability to plan and coordinate individual assignments to meet project goals

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to make oral, electronic, and written communication presentations to technical groups

Thorough knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 or similar Quality Management System

Expert knowledge of quality engineering principles, best practices, and disciplines

Ability to evaluate the root cause of problems with fishbone diagrams, 5Y, and othermethods

Working knowledge of statistical process control and how to apply the X-bar, P and R charts, histograms,and other techniques

Knowledge of lean manufacturing

Ability to understand and be able toparticipatein technical reviews,such as design reviews, test reviews,andproduction readiness reviews

Ability to evaluate written quality or inspection procedures and production activities for adequacy via periodic audits and inspections

Knowledgeofand experience in conducting quality process audits using objective evidence and communicating audit results

Identifyinadequacies and request corrective action

Read and interpret technical requirements such as engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals

Working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 (revision not critical) and the application of GD&T in engineering drawings

Familiar with inspection equipment (such as CMM’s, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.) and the impact of measurement error on quality control processes

Machine shop background is a plus but notrequired

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance

Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Additional Information

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at Resumes-Lex@erg.com or call (781) 674-7293.

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

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