Supplier Quality Engineer
Emerson · Mansfield, MA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $90k–$125k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Emerson (industrial) in Mansfield, MA. If you are a manufacturing or quality engineering professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you!
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, Supplier quality, Machining, Casting
- Base pay
- $90k–$125k
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Massachusetts: typical posted base $107k–$155k. This one lists $90k–$125k.
Median of the low and high ends of 52 live postings that list pay, out of 84 quality engineer openings in Massachusetts, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Massachusetts plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 83 other live quality postings in Massachusetts.
- Base pay
- About 11% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $102k–$140k, from 38 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 67%
- FDA / GMP 51%
- CAPA 44%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 44%
- ISO 13485 39%
- ✓ Supplier quality 35%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Machining, Casting, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at Emerson
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Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
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Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Emerson in Mansfield
1 other open role at this site.
- Assembly Supervisor · Manufacturing · Supervisor
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Who You Are
You figure out the processes necessary to get things done. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.
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If you are a manufacturing or quality engineering professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Mansfield, MA location, you will be part of the team that produces pressure relief valves for nuclear power plants as well as valves for US Navy submarines and aircraft carriers. Safety and quality are of the utmost importance at Emerson. You will be the business partner and liaison to our suppliers, driving continuous improvement and excellence, ensuring compliance to company and government standards
Will Be
- •Provide suppliers timely nonconformance data for rejected product.
- •Provide suppliers problem-solving and root cause analysis support to eliminate recurrences of non-conformances efficiently and effectively.
- •Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams to eliminate issues impacting quality.
- •Participate in daily Material Review Board (MRB) meetings to review nonconformances and identify appropriate dispositions.
- •Assist the Quality Assurance department with supplier correction of documentation errors and support permanent resolution of recurring issues.
- •Manage and monitor Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARS).
- •Ensure appropriate supplier corrective and preventative actions are implemented and proven to be effective in addressing quality deficiencies.
- •Conduct periodic supplier audits and performance assessments.
- •Work with Manufacturing and Engineering to address issues identified by suppliers relating to Design, Manufacturability, or Quality Requirements.
- •Drive continual improvement initiatives and maintain positive working relationships with vendors.
- •Create monthly reports
- •Work with credit and debit memos
For This Role, You Will Need
- •A Bachelor's Degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar technical discipline is required.
- •A minimum of five (5) years of Manufacturing Engineering or Supplier Quality Engineering experience, preferably in an Engineered-to-Order facility.
- •Experience with materials, manufacturing technologies, and manufacturing processes such as forging, casting, and machining.
- •Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills.
- •Able to facilitate work with cross-functional groups to drive results.
- •Up to 20% travel required .
- •Proficient with Microsoft Office
That Set You Apart
- •Working knowledge of ASME Section III Nuclear and Navy Mil-Spec
Our Location
Mansfield, Massachusetts, offers the charm of a suburban community with the convenience of a prime location in southeastern Massachusetts. Known for its excellent schools and family -friendly atmosphere, Mansfield provides easy access to both Boston and Providence via major highways and a commuter rail station. Residents enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including local parks, sports fields, and trails, as well as vibrant community events and concerts at the Xfinity Center, a popular outdoor entertainment venue, as well as proximity to Patriot Place! With its strong sense of community and convenient amenities, Mansfield is an ideal place to call home!
Our Culture and Commitment to You
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing can inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet your family's physical, mental, and financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Why emerson
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do
