Emerson’s Test & Measurement business (NI) is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to play a key role in maintaining and advancing our Quality Management System (QMS) while supporting a global, technology driven organization. This role partners closely with R&D, Operations, and other internal stakeholders, serves as a quality representative in customer interactions, and leads internal and external audit activities to ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

The ideal candidate is an experienced quality professional with strong audit expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence and support cross functional teams in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Own, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System in alignment with ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements.
• Ensure effective implementation and adherence to quality policies, procedures, and processes across the organization.
• Lead QMS performance monitoring, metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Audit Program Management

• Plan, manage, and execute the internal audit program, including risk-based audit scheduling, auditor coordination, and reporting.
• Act as a primary quality representative during external audits (certification bodies, customers, and regulatory entities).
• Support and lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, ensuring timely and effective resolution of audit findings.

Cross Functional Stakeholder Support

• Serve as a quality partner to R&D and Operations, providing guidance on design controls, product realization, risk management, and process compliance.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure quality requirements are embedded throughout the product life cycle.
• Support change management activities to ensure compliance with applicable standards and customer requirements.

Customer & External Representation

• Interact directly with customers on quality related topics, including audits, quality concerns, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent NI and Emerson Test & Measurement professionally during customer visits and external audits.
• Support customer quality requirements, documentation reviews, and issue resolution as needed.

Training & Documentation

• Develop, maintain, and improve QMS documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and quality records.
• Create and deliver quality training to employees, auditors, and cross functional teams to promote quality awareness and compliance.
• Mentor and support internal auditors and quality team members.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated experience managing quality systems and audit programs in a regulated or high technology environment.
• Proven ability to support and communicate with customers and external parties.
• Experience representing a company during external certification and customer audits.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence cross functional stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISO 9001 and AS9100 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification.
• Experience in test and measurement, electronics, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Hands on experience supporting R&D organizations and design control processes.
• Familiarity with risk-based thinking, continuous improvement methodologies, and data driven quality metrics.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a global organization.
  

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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Emerson’s Test & Measurement business (NI) is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to play a key role in maintaining and advancing our Quality Management System (QMS) while supporting a global, technology driven organization. This role partners closely with R&D, Operations, and other internal stakeholders, serves as a quality representative in customer interactions, and leads internal and external audit activities to ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards and customer requirements. The ideal candidate is an experienced quality professional with strong audit expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence and support cross functional teams in a fast-paced engineering environment.