Quality Engineer - Product

Are you eager to be an integral part of a team dedicated to producing high quality, cutting edge, innovative products and analytical instruments? Do you thrive on driving quality initiatives, improving production and assembly processes, and driving root cause analysis to fine tune quality and production? Is the concept of actively participating in the success of new product development and R&D innovation for high tech devices exciting to you? If you answered yes, yes, yes, then we'd love to discuss our Quality Engineer, Product role with you!A Snapshot of What You'll Do:The Quality Engineer, Product is responsible for all technical matters concerning Anton Paar QuantaTec products, including: Technical product responsibility and support for series products over the entire product life cycle The functionality, specifications and quality of serial released instrumentsParticipating in projects for product development Using product knowledge to drive improvements focusing on quality, output, and/or cost reductionThe Impact You'll Make: The Quality Engineer, Product is a self-starter who has excellent troubleshooting skills and engages with intercompany teams to solve problems. Job duties include:Granting technical approvals such as special approvals and approval of technical changes to serial products Taking responsibility for all instrument-specific, quality-relevant, and technical specifications of the products Ensuring instrument safety and adapting products to new norms and standards (together with CE) Handling component testing and technical releaseConducting the testing and verification of existing instruments (not applicative)Conducting error analysis and systematic solutions in case of problems to maintain process and product qualityIdentifying and leading improvement opportunities by utilizing Lean Six Sigma thinking by utilizing tools i.e. DMAIC, Kaizen, 8D, Gemba, etc.Performing regular monitoring and analysis of production costs and driving improvement projects involving cross functional teams (together with CR, REP, and production) Creating and maintaining product and production documentsParticipating in projects during development according to PEP Implementing the serial transition of new products including documentationActing as link between development, production and Customer Support with regard to technical implementation and questionsHandling the verification and validation of products with a focus on Software and FirmwareTraining of Customer Support, Repair and Assembly, QA or in some cases, other functional areasCreating Customer-specific adaptations for customized projects Cooperating closely with development, production, service, purchasing and product managementHandles 3rd level support for customer inquiriesMay be required to travel to other Anton Paar facilities domestically or internationally (All other duties as assignedEducation and Experience we require:The Quality Engineer, Product typically requires a combination of experience, education, training, certifications and skills. This role requires the following:Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years' experience in the field of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics or electronics6+ years of experience in the domains of research and development, product engineering, manufacturing engineering Preferred skills include: Knowledge of scientific instrumentation technology a plusLean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher Experience with approvals / certifications (e.g. CE, NRTL, GS) Experience with SAPASQ CQESkills and Competencies, We Need:The Quality Engineer role requires a combination of strong technical knowledge, quality orientation, collaboration across teams and a sense of ownership and accountability for the performance of the products. including:AccountabilityTakes responsibility for all work activities and personal actionsFollows through on commitments, and acknowledges and learns from mistakes CommitmentActs according to the principles, vision and values of the organizationShows support and enthusiasm in their work assignmentsCommunicationDemonstrates the ability to clearly get a point acrossShows acumen in writing, listening, and reading comprehensionDependabilityShows up to work on time and is fully utilized and accounted for during work hoursIs relied upon and available when additional time and effort is requiredIntegrityBehaves honorably and ethically, is truthful and can be trustedUses sound judgement in decision makingProblem SolvingEffectively identifies issues and evaluates optionsSeeks guidance to resolve issues in the best interest of the organizationQualityWorks to the highest of quality standards by identifying problems, testing and checking their work, and paying close attention to detail Looks for ways to improve quality within their work areaTeamworkWorks effectively in inter-department and inter-company teamsUnderstands their role in a workgroupTechnical ExpertiseDemonstrates depth of knowledge and skills, and applies technical expertiseLooks for opportunities to advance their technical skillsTime ManagementAbility to achieve desired results within given time framesDecides between conflicting priorities or seeks guidanceWho we are: Anton Paar's high-precision instruments help our customers develop every-day products from your shampoo to your shoes, your lunch and favorite beverages, your computer and medication, jet engines, batteries and the pavement on which you commute every day. We help Fortune 500 companies of almost every industry sector, start-ups, and leading universities conduct their research and quality control. Owned by the charitable Santner Foundation, our investment into R&D is unmatched and leads to industry-leading products. We maintain fiscal stability and independence so we can handle today's and tomorrow's challenges, and aim to provide meaningful, long-term workplaces for all employees. Anton Paar is headquartered in Graz, Austria, and operates worldwide.What We Do:Anton Paar QuantaTec manufactures instruments for characterization of powders and porous materials using techniques like physisorption, chemisorption, gas pycnometry, mercury intrusion porosimetry, capillary flow porometry amongst others. Supervision Exercised This role is an independent contributor who is a member of multiple teams and does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.Physical Requirements & Working ConditionsWhile performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, observe, communicate and handle items such as computers, machinery and other equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Position requires the ability to obtain a Passport for international travel.In regards to organizational issues, the employee will comply with the regulations set forward in the Anton Paar Employee Handbook, except if otherwise stated. Anton Paar QuantaTec Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Anton Paar QuantaTec Inc. are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to: age, race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, sickle cell trait, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.#LI-JM2

Created: 2026-04-02