Quality Engineer
EnerSys · Longmont, CO
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Base pay
- $76k–$96k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at EnerSys (industrial) in Longmont, CO. Support 3rd party, customer and internal audits.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, ISO 9001, AS9100, Internal audits
- Base pay
- $76k–$96k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in Colorado: typical posted base $82k–$129k. This one lists $76k–$96k.
Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 29 quality engineer openings in Colorado, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Colorado plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 28 other live quality postings in Colorado.
- Base pay
- About 14% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $79k–$120k, from 19 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 62%
- Six Sigma 41%
- ✓ ISO 9001 41%
- ✓ AS9100 34%
- ✓ New product launch 31%
- Lean 31%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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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 does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: EnerSys in Longmont
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requirements
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requirements
as defined by both ABSL and the customer. In addition, the Quality Engineer coordinates root cause, corrective action activities and program closure documentation deliverables.
Responsibilities
- ◆Implement internal QMS within assigned programs.
- ◆Act as a liaison with customer’s quality representative to support project communication on quality matters, including mandatory inspections.
- ◆Work directly with internal program managers and customer’s quality representatives to resolve quality issues
- ◆Participate in design reviews and project milestone reviews
- ◆Review and approve project documentation for compliance with appropriate quality standards and practices. Includes, but not limited to: Drawings, Schematics, Manufacturing and Test travelers, Rework documentation
- ◆Participate in and prepare content for internal reviews that precede major phases of a project to ensure completion of documentation, availability of resources and checking of quality and safety standards
- ◆Lead and facilitate MRB Meetings, including publishing of notes, action items with owners, providing problem solving guidance, and coordinating corrective action activities as required by QMS procedures.
- ◆Oversight of project documentation to ensure maintenance of configuration control
- ◆Control of supplier’s parts, materials and process selection on assigned programs to ensure compliance with appropriate quality standards and practices
- ◆Support 3rd party, customer and internal audits
- ◆Able to resolve problems with minimal input from others.
- ◆Ownership, maintenance, reporting, and process improvement for assigned overhead QMS process (ex. Maintain Humidity/Temperature monitoring systems, department ESD coordinator, etc.)
- ◆Back up quality inspection support for manufacturing and test processes
- ◆Participates in process CIP activities in key process areas
- ◆Perform internal audits
- ◆Perform supplier audits as required
- ◆Training of new Quality Inspectors or Quality Engineers to key processes
Qualifications
- ✓One of the following combinations of education and relevant experience:
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, physical science, or a related technical field
- ✓Associate degree in a related technical field and at least six years of relevant experience.
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent and at least ten years of relevant experience.
- ✓Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- ✓Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- ✓Ability to read, understand, and evaluate technical documents, procedures, drawings, and specifications.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- ✓Willingness to learn applicable quality standards, customer requirements, and ABSL’s Quality Management System.
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ABSL Space Products, a division of EnerSys Advanced Systems, is the world’s leading manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries for space applications. From our Longmont, CO facility, our team designs advanced lithium-ion battery systems to meet the extreme demands of space travel. Our batteries power cutting-edge spacecraft and launch vehicles, driving innovation in space exploration, scientific discovery, and beyond.
At ABSL, we maintain a tight-knit, collaborative culture where employees enjoy the small-company feel while benefiting from the resources and stability of EnerSys, the global leader in stored energy solutions. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented individuals who share a passion for space and power technologies to join our dynamic team.
Certain positions at EnerSys Advanced Systems require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates for these positions should be a “U.S. Person” under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a refugee/asylee) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR
What We Offer
- •Generous Time Off – 3+ weeks of paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays
- •Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate
- •Financial & Career Growth – Life insurance, short-term disability, educational reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and an employee stock purchase plan
- •401(k) Matching – 100% match at a 6% contribution level
- •Flexible Schedule – 9/80 work schedule (9-hour days Monday–Friday, with every other Friday off – meaning a 3-day weekend every other week!)
- •Innovative & Collaborative Culture – Be part of a smart, high-performing, and passionate team that values creativity, diverse backgrounds, and an inclusive environment
- •Great Location – Our Longmont, CO office is conveniently located right off the Diagonal Highway
At ABSL, we don’t just build batteries—we power missions that push the boundaries of what’s possible. If you're excited about working in an innovative, fast-paced environment where your contributions make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Learn More About ABSL
Job Purpose
A Quality Engineer works within a program team to ensure compliance to the Quality Management System and program
Nice to have
- +Academic or professional experience in quality, engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
- +Experience working with high-reliability products in the aerospace, defense, electronics, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing industry.
- +Familiarity with quality management standards such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
- +Exposure to nonconformance management, Material Review Board activities, root-cause
