Senior Quality Engineer- Mechanical
2 weeks ago
Ashland, MA
About KiddeFenwal
KiddeFenwal is a global leader in industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Through our trusted brands-Kidde Fire Systems and Kidde Fire Protection-we deliver certified fire detection, suppression, and control solutions across industrial, commercial, and marine sectors. Our Fenwal Controls business supports OEMs with gas ignition, temperature control, and overheat detection products.
Headquartered in Ashland, Massachusetts, with operations in the United States, United Kingdom (KFI-UK), and India (KTI-India), we are committed to protecting lives, livelihoods, and iconic assets worldwide. Learn more at www.kiddefenwal.com.
Our Purpose
We protect lives and livelihoods through innovation, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to excellence. Integrity, safety, and teamwork are the foundation of everything we do.
Position Summary:
The Senior Mechanical Quality Engineer will lead production investigations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest quality products are delivered to customers. This role is critical in maintaining quality standards, driving process improvements, and supporting product reliability and compliance initiatives.
This position reports directly to the Quality Manager and works closely with all departments at Kidde Fenwal, including Operations, Process Engineering, and Design Engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead troubleshooting efforts for production issues related to assemblies, tests, and components.
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems for materials, processes, and finished products.
- Collaborate with Product Design and Engineering teams to develop testing plans, methods, and equipment that ensure product reliability and compliance.
- Partner with internal teams to ensure quality standards and protocols are effectively applied and maintained.
- Verify that project and process control documentation meets applicable requirements, objectives, and contracts.
- Identify and manage risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Develop and drive proactive quality initiatives to prevent defects and improve processes.
- Conduct escape management procedures and root cause analyses; recommend and implement corrective actions for internally produced products and processes.
- Support product and process changes to address quality-related issues and business needs.
- Develop and implement new inspection technologies or methodologies to ensure product conformance.
- May manage small projects or processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (brass/steel parts preferable), in Quality or Manufacturing Engineering roles
- Proficiency in analyzing manufacturing and engineering drawings (legacy and current).
- Skilled in using standard measurement equipment such as optical comparators, verniers, micrometers, height gauges, and other hand tools.
- Experience with CMMs and automated optical measurement systems is helpful but not required.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with manufacturing ERP systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of standard steel and brass manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments, including Production, Engineering, Planning, Purchasing, and Product Management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to create comprehensive engineering reports and presentations that clearly communicate findings, data, and recommendations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
KiddeFenwal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
-
Mechanical Engineer
1 week ago
Ashland, MA, United States Kidde-Fenwal Full timeMechanical EngineerKiddeFenwal, LLC Location: 400 Main Street, Ashland, MA, 01721 USA Company Overview KiddeFenwal is the global market leader in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Our proprietary, fully certified offerings save lives, protect property, and minimize business...
-
Mechanical Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ashland, MA, United States Kidde-Fenwal Full timeMechanical EngineerKiddeFenwal, LLC Location: 400 Main Street, Ashland, MA, 01721 USA Company Overview KiddeFenwal is the global market leader in designing and manufacturing innovative industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Our proprietary, fully certified offerings save lives, protect property, and minimize business...
-
LPN The Residence at Valley Farm
7 days ago
Ashland, MA, United States LCB Senior Living, LLC Full timeIf you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!LCB Senior Living is hiring LPNs at The Residence at Valley Farm. Apply today for immediate consideration!**Part-Time: Every other weekend 8am- 2pm, Wednesday-Thursday 2pm-8pm****New 2025 Wages! $40/hr- $43/hr based on years of experience**What We Offer: Full-Time Associates: Great...
-
LPN The Residence at Valley Farm
2 weeks ago
Ashland, MA, United States LCB Senior Living, LLC Full timeIf you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!LCB Senior Living is hiring LPNs at The Residence at Valley Farm. Apply today for immediate consideration!**Part-Time: Every other weekend 8am- 2pm, Wednesday-Thursday 2pm-8pm****New 2025 Wages! $40/hr- $43/hr based on years of experience**What We Offer: Full-Time Associates: Great...
-
LPN The Residence at Valley Farm
1 week ago
Ashland, MA, United States LCB Senior Living, LLC Full timeIf you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!LCB Senior Living is hiring LPNs at The Residence at Valley Farm. Apply today for immediate consideration!**Part-Time: Every other weekend 8am- 2pm, Wednesday-Thursday 2pm-8pm****New 2025 Wages! $40/hr- $43/hr based on years of experience**What We Offer: Full-Time Associates: Great...
-
Associate Manufacturing Engineer
2 weeks ago
Ashland, MA, United States Kidde-Fenwal Full timeAssociate Manufacturing Engineer Location: Ashland, MA About KiddeFenwal KiddeFenwal is a global leader in industrial and commercial fire suppression systems and safety controls. Through our trusted brands-Kidde Fire Systems and Kidde Fire Protection-we deliver certified fire detection, suppression, and control solutions across industrial, commercial, and...
-
Tax Senior/ Reviewer
3 days ago
Ashland, MA, United States gpac Full timeJob Description Tax Senior/ Reviewer A boutique full-service tax preparation firm - handling everything from simple individual returns to more complex small business, S-corporation, estate, and trust returns - our client is seeking a talented Tax Senior/Reviewer to join their dynamic team. This is a unique opportunity to work with a growing, established...
-
Tax Senior/ Reviewer
3 days ago
Ashland, MA, United States gpac Full timeJob Description Tax Senior/ Reviewer A boutique full-service tax preparation firm - handling everything from simple individual returns to more complex small business, S-corporation, estate, and trust returns - our client is seeking a talented Tax Senior/Reviewer to join their dynamic team. This is a unique opportunity to work with a growing, established...
-
Senior Case Manager
7 days ago
Ashland, MA, United States Advocates Full timeOverview Starting Rate: $21/hour The Senior Case Manager is responsible for ensuring that the highest quality support is afforded to all Day Habilitation members. The Senior Case Manager will also assist the Team Leader with extra assignments with a larger focus on guiding the day to day operations of the program. Are you ready to make a difference? Minimum...
-
Senior Case Manager
1 week ago
Ashland, MA, United States Advocates Full timeOverview Starting Rate: $21/hour The Senior Case Manager is responsible for ensuring that the highest quality support is afforded to all Day Habilitation members. The Senior Case Manager will also assist the Team Leader with extra assignments with a larger focus on guiding the day to day operations of the program. Are you ready to make a difference? Minimum...
