Senior Director, Quality Assurance

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

• •Define, establish, and maintain MOEN‑wide Quality Management Systems (QMS) aligned with Nidec corporate and regulatory standards
• •Align core quality principles with the unique operational needs of each business segment
• •Establish consistent quality expectations across engineering, new product development, sourcing, and manufacturing interfaces
• •Partner closely with MOEN Technology and Operations leadership to embed quality rigor across the lifecycle

• •Lead cross‑segment quality assessments, audits, and maturity reviews
• •Evaluate engineering and product quality rigor, including design controls, change management, and root cause effectiveness
• •Identify systemic risks, trends, and recurring issues impacting product integrity and customer outcomes
• •Ensure corrective actions are implemented and validated to prevent recurrence

• •Provide expert guidance on complex engineering quality challenges, failure modes, and prevention strategies
• •Influence engineering and operational decisions through data, governance frameworks, and technical credibility
• •Improve quality outcomes across the full product lifecycle—from concept through production

• •Define MOEN‑wide QMS and quality training strategies based on capability gaps and audit findings
• •Promote consistent application and adoption of quality practices across business segments
• •Drive knowledge sharing, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of quality capabilities

• •Define quality KPIs, dashboards, and review cadences across MOEN
• •Analyze performance trends and identify early risk indicators
• •Drive MOEN‑wide continuous improvement initiatives informed by QMS performance and audit outcomes

• •Partner with executive leadership, platform leaders, and segment teams to embed quality as a business priority
• •Coordinate with Nidec Corporation Japan (NCJ) and peer Quality leaders across Nidec business units
• •Support executive decision‑making by translating quality performance and risk into clear, actionable insight

• •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or similar required); advanced degree preferred.
• •15+ years of progressive experience in engineering, quality, or technical leadership roles within industrial, manufacturing, or engineering‑driven organizations.
• •Demonstrated success leading multi-site or multi‑business quality assessments, audits, or transformation efforts
• •Deep expertise in Quality Management Systems (QMS) and engineering quality disciplines across the product lifecycle
• •Strong knowledge of design controls, change management, and root cause methodologies (e.g., DFMEA, PFMEA, 4M, Six Sigma)
• •Proven ability to influence senior leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders without direct authority
• •Experience operating effectively in complex, matrixed, global organizations
• •Ability to translate quality data and risk into clear, executive‑level insights and decisions
• •Strong analytical, communication, and leadership presence
• •Ability to work across diverse cultures and geographies
• •Fluency in English required

• •This role requires up to 50% travel and involves a combination of factory‑based engagement and corporate collaboration. While some work can be performed virtually, success in this role will depend on building strong, in‑person relationships across manufacturing sites, engineering teams, and leadership groups.

Why This Role Matters

• •Ensuring consistent and effective QMS implement