Quality Analysis Engineer H/F

Pivot HR Services is pleased to be hiring for the Quality Engineer role on behalf of our valued client, Next Hydrogen.

Next Hydrogen is a Canadian clean-energy technology company focused on advancing hydrogen production systems that support the global transition to a low-carbon economy. Operating in a highly regulated, safety-critical, and innovation-driven environment, Next Hydrogen is committed to operational excellence, robust quality systems, and continuous improvement across all functions.

The Quality Engineer plays a critical role in developing, implementing, and maintaining Next Hydrogen’s Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001. This position supports supplier quality, internal and external audits, process quality, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

This is a hands-on, cross-functional role that works closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Production to ensure products, processes, and systems meet internal, customer, and regulatory requirements. The Quality Engineer has the authority to initiate corrective actions, conduct audits, and contribute directly to supplier qualification and quality decisions.

Quality Management System (QMS)

Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001.

Create, update, control, and maintain QMS documentation, including procedures, work instructions, forms, and records.

Plan, schedule, and conduct internal quality audits; document findings and verify corrective actions.

Manage the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) system, ensuring timely containment, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and effectiveness verification.

Establish and monitor QMS performance metrics, including defect rates, audit compliance, supplier performance, and CAPA cycle time.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data analysis, trend identification, and systemic issue evaluation.

Lead ISO 9001:2015 readiness activities and support ongoing certification and surveillance audits.

Supplier Quality

Collaborate with Engineering and Supply Chain to qualify new suppliers through technical reviews, capability assessments, and quality audits.

Monitor supplier performance using KPIs such as PPM, on-time delivery, defect trends, and audit results.

Manage supplier change points (material, design, or process changes) and ensure proper documentation and approvals.

Coordinate quarantine, containment, rework, segregation, and supplier returns for non-conforming material.

Support supplier development initiatives to meet quality and process capability expectations.

Incoming, In-Process, and Final Quality Control

Develop inspection criteria, first article inspection (FAI) plans, control plans, and acceptance standards.

Conduct in-process inspections to verify conformance to specifications, work instructions, and engineering drawings.

Support final inspections to ensure completed products meet customer, regulatory, and contractual requirements.

Assist with inspection tools, gauges, calibration schedules, and measurement methodologies.

Process Quality & Continuous Improvement

Analyze quality data to identify root causes, systemic risks, and improvement opportunities.

Participate in engineering change processes and ensure QMS documentation is updated accordingly.

Customer Quality

Act as a liaison for customer quality concerns, including feedback, warranty claims, and field issues.

Lead customer-facing investigations and prepare corrective action reports (e.g., Support customer audits through documentation, process walkthroughs, and corrective action follow-up.

Verify that shipped products meet specifications, contracts, and regulatory requirements.

Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements, including document control, CAPA, and audit follow-up.

Support ISO 45001:2018 compliance by integrating safety considerations into quality processes and documentation.

Maintain awareness of regulatory and customer-specific standards, including ASME and TSSA where applicable.

Provide training and coaching on quality tools, NCR workflows, inspections, and standard work.

Mentor team members and support the development of a strong quality culture across the organization.

Provide technical support during production issues, new product introductions, and process development.

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Systems, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.

Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma training required.

ASQ certification (Quality Inspector, Engineer, or Manager) or equivalent is an asset.

5–7 years of experience as a Quality Engineer or Quality Manager in a manufacturing or service environment.

• Strong background in supplier quality management, NCR processes, root cause analysis, and quality management systems.
• Working knowledge of ASME and TSSA standards applicable to regulated mechanical or pressure equipment.
• Experience with EPICOR and ARENA systems is considered an asset.

Strong knowledge of QMS documentation, quality assurance processes, and ISO standards.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

High attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.

Applications will be accepted until January 23, 2026.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from equity-deserving communities.