Engineer II, Manufacturing Process Quality
Schneider Electric · Columbia, SC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Quality
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Schneider Electric (industrial) in Columbia, SC.
- Tools it names
- Root cause, FMEA, Supplier quality, Automation
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Engineer roles in South Carolina: typical posted base $95k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 20 live postings that list pay, out of 40 quality engineer openings in South Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
South Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 39 other live quality postings in South Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $95k–$120k, from 18 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 68%
- ✓ Supplier quality 43%
- ✓ FMEA 43%
- New product launch 40%
- Lean 38%
- SPC 38%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Automation, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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qualifications
will make you successful? Strong technical mindset with the ability to apply conceptual knowledge to solve difficult quality challenges Effective influencing skills to drive change and build quality culture across teams Independent work style with sound judgment in adherence to policies and compliance standards Collaborative approach to partnering with procurement, operations, and engineering stakeholders What's in it for me? Meaningful work where your expertise directly impacts product safety and customer loyalty Opportunities to lead improvement projects and contribute to quality strategy development Collaborative culture that values technical excellence and continuous learning Exposure to advanced quality tools and cross-functional manufacturing initiatives Bring your quality expertise to a team that's committed to excellence — apply today! At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker. For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year. Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match. Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera. Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace. Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits. If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today! €40 billion global revenue +9% organic growth 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries You must submit an online application to be considered for any
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We're seeking a quality professional to drive excellence across our manufacturing operations. If you're passionate about process improvement, problem-solving, and ensuring product safety, this role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on customer satisfaction and operational performance. What will you do? Drive root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives to minimize quality risks in manufacturing processes Execute process audits and champion quality culture to strengthen compliance and continuous improvement Oversee change management for new manufacturing lines and process changes with rigorous quality oversight Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to address supplier quality issues and implement solutions What are the key skills we are looking for? Quality Strategy — expert level; developing site-level quality roadmaps that align with business objectives Problem Solving — advanced level; resolving complex manufacturing quality issues using structured methodologies Process Auditing — advanced level; conducting thorough assessments to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities PFMEA — advanced level; identifying and mitigating potential failure modes in manufacturing processes Quality in Manufacturing and Distribution — advanced level; ensuring product integrity throughout the production lifecycle Quality Management Systems — advanced level; maintaining and improving QMS frameworks to meet regulatory standards Root Cause Analysis — intermediate level; investigating quality events to prevent recurrence Process Control — intermediate level; monitoring and optimizing manufacturing parameters for consistent quality What
