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Quality Risk & Compliance Engineer

Job ID
490540
Veröffentlicht seit
11-end-2026
Organisation
Smart Infrastructure
Tätigkeitsbereich
Quality Management
Unternehmen
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Erfahrungsniveau
Experienced Professional
Beschäftigungsart
Vollzeit
Arbeitsmodell
Arbeiten vor Ort
Vertragsart
Unbefristet
Standort(e)
  • Buffalo Grove - Illinois - Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We're improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?


Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives. 

Transform the everyday with us!


Siemens Buildings is looking for a Quality Risk and Compliance Engineer. This critical role is designed to ensure the robust management of product safety, regulatory adherence, and the swift resolution of urgent quality issues across our operations. You will act as a key expert, driving proactive risk identification and mitigation strategies, and ensuring our products and processes consistently meet internal and external quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role is essential for maintaining our operational integrity and customer satisfaction.

This position is an onsite/in-office role at our Buffalo Grove, IL location.

As a Quality Risk & Compliance Engineer, you will:

  • Lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of quality and product safety risks throughout the product lifecycle and operational processes
  • Ensure continuous adherence to relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements (e.g., local/international safety regulations, environmental standards), and internal Siemens quality policies
  • Manage and drive the resolution of urgent and critical quality issues, conducting thorough root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence
  • Act as a primary point of contact for product safety-related matters, coordinating risk assessments, incident investigations, and necessary safety-driven product modifications or field actions
  • Support internal and external audits related to quality management systems, product safety, and regulatory compliance, ensuring successful outcomes
  • Respond to and manage all customer requests such as product validations, quality self-assessments, questionnaires, and audit coordination, ensuring timely and accurate information exchange; this includes driving actions to address identified non-conformances and proactively reducing their recurrence
  • Develop and implement robust quality controls and processes to prevent non-conformances and ensure compliance with all applicable standards
  • Drive process continuous improvement and automation by leveraging key technologies such as LLMs, Agentic AI, etc.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Legal, and Product Management teams to embed quality, safety, and compliance requirements from design to delivery
  • Provide expert guidance and training on quality, risk management, and compliance topics to various teams within the organization

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in Quality Engineering, with a strong focus on risk management, product safety, and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment
  • Proven experience in conducting thorough root cause analysis (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
  • In-depth knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) principles, product safety standards, risk assessment methodologies (e.g., FMEA), and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., UL, FM, ISO)
  • Experience supporting and participating in internal and external audits, demonstrating strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly assess complex situations and drive effective solutions under pressure
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex compliance and safety requirements clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and respond effectively to urgent situations with a calm and decisive approach
  • Available to work on-site, Monday through Friday
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced Quality Certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)
  • Experience with specific regulatory bodies or certifications relevant to building technologies (e.g., UL, CE, NFPA, etc.)
  • Experience leveraging AI technologies (e.g., Large Language Models and agent-based automation) to drive process improvement and operational efficiency


Ready to create your own journey? Join utoday!


About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. 


Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.  #veteran #veteranhiring #military #militaryspouse


You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $82,538 - $141,494 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

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