Job Description:

Senior Quality Engineer – Enschede, The Netherlands

At Pentair X-Flow, we believe water is the most critical asset of life. As a leading developer and pioneer of membrane-based filtration solutions, we deliver both advanced membrane technologies and the application knowhow that enable OEMs and System Integrators to reduce water footprints through reuse, meet demanding regulatory requirements, and secure access to the right water quality. By combining proven solutions with deep expertise, we help translate innovation into reliable and scalable water solutions — anywhere and anytime.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Quality Engineer to join our Enschede team.

The senior Quality Engineer ensures incoming materials and products meet quality requirements and customer expectations. The role supports risk assessment, continuous improvement initiatives, inspection activities, customer non-conformance management, supplier quality performance to reduce defects and improve customer satisfaction.

Data Analysis & Quality Performance

• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality and operational data to identify trends, recurring issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain quality dashboards, KPIs, and management reporting tools.
• Utilize statistical methods and quality tools to evaluate process capability and product performance.
• Lead data-driven decision-making by translating complex datasets into actionable insights.
• Support predictive quality initiatives through trend analysis and risk forecasting.
• Identify and lead improvement projects focused on quality, cost reduction, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Root Cause Corrective Measures (RCCM)

• Lead RCCM investigations for customer complaints, escapes, non-conformances, audit findings, and process failures.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving methodologies such as:
  • 8D
  • 5 Why Analysis
  • Fishbone (Ishikawa) Analysis
  • Fault Tree Analysis
  • DMAIC
• Ensure root causes are effectively identified, verified, and addressed.
• Drive implementation, validation, and effectiveness checks of corrective and preventive actions.
• Coach teams on RCCM best practices and problem-solving techniques.

Risk Assessment & Prevention

• Perform risk assessments for products, processes, projects, and operational changes.
• Lead or support FMEA activities (PFMEA, DFMEA).
• Evaluate quality risks related to new product introductions, process modifications, suppliers, and customer requirements.
• Develop mitigation plans and ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
• Monitor residual risk and drive continuous risk reduction initiatives.

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related technical field, Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in Quality Engineering or related technical disciplines.
• Proven experience leading RCCM investigations and corrective action programs.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies including FMEA and risk-based decision making.
• Preferred experience with Minitab and power BI.

This is what you can expect from us:

We are part of a large, listed American company, and our office has an informal working atmosphere and there is plenty of room for initiative. The internal communication lines are short, and you can drop in on anyone. We celebrate our successes and milestones together! We have flexible working hours and, as part of hybrid working, employees are allowed to work partly from home if possible. But there is more, namely: 

• 25 leave days and 13 ADV days (on an annual basis, for full-time employment) 
• Training and development opportunities
• A competitive salary in line with your knowledge and experience. Between € 4.700 - € 6.600
• Working conditions according to industry standards
• Laptop & mobile phone

 Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.