Quality Engineer IV - Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. 

Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders. 

This position is based at Nikkiso ACD located in Santa Ana, CA. 

The Quality Engineer ensures that the company provides products and services that meet or exceed customer certification expectations through the deployment and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. The engineer will put in place a system to measure the organization’s certification activity performance and then report on its findings, liaising with managers and staff, and coordinating procedures to address any deficiencies.

Essential Functions:

• Liaison Between Nikkiso ACD and Class Societies Regarding Design Approvals, Testing, Witnessing, and Project Certifications.
• Strategic Type Approval (Product Line Approval) Certification Projects and Certificate Maintenance.
• Oversee Regulatory Compliance (Maritime, Pressure Vessels etc.) Coordination with Engineering, Purchasing, and Suppliers
• Analyzing, identifying, and implementing manufacturing and/or business process improvements which will improve capability and performance.
• Meeting with members of the production team to offer recommendations and share results.
• Troubleshooting problems or quality issues related to products, processes, and corrective actions
• Applying good manufacturing practice and observing that it is being adhered to.
• Performing tests and measurements using existing measurement equipment.
• Participating in teams to help make necessary improvements and changes to all process related issues in the production department.
• Verify parts and products are compliant to specifications.
• Assist Quality Manager and Quality Director of targeted compliance objectives are achieved. Collaborates with other members of management to develop new product requirements and manufacturing and training methods.
• Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all Nikkiso ACD company and EHS policies and procedures.
• Experience and Education:
• Engineering degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five+ years’ experience in a QA leadership, Analyst, or Engineer role within a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

• In depth working knowledge of IECEx ATEXISO 9001 standards.
• Sound mathematical and technical skills.
• Good investigative and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to think logically and methodically.
• Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Negotiating, supervisory and leadership skills combined with the ability to delegate.
• Decision making ability coupled with the ability to work independently and proactively.
• Knowledge of statistical packages and Microsoft Office systems normally required.
• Previous exposure to a machine shop, foundry or sheet metal shop.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Quality System auditing and reporting experience.
• Understanding of standard manufacturing and safety compliance processes.

Work Environmental and Physical Demands:

• In order to perform the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls.
• Overtime may be necessary as the workload dictates. This may include weekdays, weekends, nights and/or holidays
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. may be required.
• Job will generally be performed in an office environment but may require travel. Conditions will vary at each location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Environmental Safety Requirements

• New Employee Safety Training is required by all newly hired employees, including Safety Awareness.
• All safety-related training is provided and tracked by the EHS Director.
• Job specific training modules deemed necessary by the employee’s Manager or Director will be required of all employees on an ongoing basis.
• Understanding and ability to safely work in a potentially explosive environment.
• Employees are required to wear Nikkiso provided PPE as/when needed. PPEs include safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron, cut resistant gloves, safety gloves, hearing protection, hard hats and dust masks. Failure to comply with Nikkiso safety requirements will result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.

Salary Range: 100K-130K

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.