Job description
The pay for this position ranges from $26.50 - $30.00.
Overview
We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to join our manufacturing quality team who has a creative, innovative approach to his or her work and will never shy away from offering truthful observations and recommendations. We're looking for a highly organized, methodical professional with attention to detail and the experience necessary to take our products to the next level in terms of safety, quality, and accuracy. A proven track record of experience is essential.
Responsibilities
Based out of our recently expanded, climate controlled manufacturing facility, the Quality Inspector performs functions associated with quality assurance operations, including inspection, auditing, documentation, troubleshooting, preparing products for launch, calibration tasks and carrying out quality assurance procedures related to production.
- Use programs to collect and evaluate data used to assess and document results of quality assurance and control processes;
- Performs in-process and final inspection of materials, parts, assemblies and finished goods to maintain a quality product in accordance with FuelCell Energy specifications, and ISO9001 standards;
- Accurately uses all standard measuring tools such as eye loupes, pin gauges, micrometers, calipers, height gauge, profilometer, and coordinate measuring machines;
- Performs inspections, product and process audits in a manufacturing environment;
- Monitors critical equipment and instrumentation;
- Determines and assists in developing methods and procedures for quality assurance and control;
- Identifies and communicates quality issues and offers ideas for improvement;
- Drafts procedures, work instructions, test methods, training plans, checklists and assists with validating or troubleshooting testing methods;
- Consults with Manufacturing and/or Engineering on quality issues;
- Communicates audit, inspection, and nonconformance issues via email and/or reports;
- Schedules and facilitates MRB (Material Review Board) and other meetings;
- Participates in root cause investigations and corrective actions;
- Responsible for inspector evaluation exams and assists with employee assessments for visual inspection competence;
- Provides training and support to manufacturing associates.
- Maintenance of Calibration system, tools, gages, fixtures
- Scheduling CMM Service and Calibration
- Attend PCN Meetings & up-load information for manufacturing trials
- Log NCR Cases and follow-up as required
- Experience with inspection equipment both use and programming CMM
- Support Receiving & Inspection Department - inspections, document up-load to Master Control
- Participates in Stack, Module, Vessel, Final and sub-assembly components shop inspections
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma/GED required. Associate's degree in engineering technology or an applicable discipline is a plus.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of inspection experience working in a production environment (manufacturing, production warehouse, etc.)
Requirements
- Able to read and interpret data, specifications, and drawing requirements - knowledge of GD&T is a plus
- Able to communicate effectively in English (writing and verbally)
- Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to operate responsibly and flexibly in a team environment with minimal supervision
- Demonstrates strong math aptitude including the ability to perform computations with all units of measure (international and U.S.)
- Demonstrable experience using precision quality measurement tools
- Must be willing to work occasionally in Danbury CT facility, if required
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Demonstrable product and production quality experience with high precision products preferred
- Experience with welding codes and weld inspection techniques strongly preferred
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel. PowerPoint preferred
- Experience with ISO 9001 standards preferred
- Experience with ERP systems preferred
- ASQ CQI Certification is preferred
- Experience with ASTM is preferred
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Routinely works in and moves throughout a 180,000+ sq. ft. plant to perform various tasks
- Must have full mobility to climb ladders and maneuver through tight areas for inspection of large units
- Must be able to frequently lift or move items up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl and climb throughout the day
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to distinguish between colors, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
- Must be able to use hand and air powered tools
- Be able and willing to wear required personal protective equipment as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats and other PPE as required
Equal Opportunity Employer
FuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.
We offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.
The successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.
FuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.
NOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.
We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay & benefits
About this role
About FuelCell Energy
Company Overview
FuelCell Energy, a publicly traded U.S. clean energy technology and manufacturing company
HeadquartersDanbury, CT, United States
Founded1969
SizeApproximately 50 employees in the U.S. with expanding manufacturing operations and a revenue of $35.6 million in Q2 fiscal 2026 (source: investor.fce.com)
What They Do
FuelCell Energy specializes in designing, manufacturing, installing, operating, and servicing large-scale stationary fuel cell platforms that generate electricity directly at the point of use, focusing on proprietary molten carbonate fuel cell technology (source: sec.gov). Their commercial offerings target continuous baseload power solutions for mission-critical applications such as data centers, industrial sites, utilities, and distributed generation customers, emphasizing modular, utility-scale installations with standardized 1.25 MW, 2.5 MW, and 12.5 MW power blocks designed to accelerate deployment timelines (source: investor.fce.com). Beyond power generation, the company also provides carbon capture and hydrogen-related solutions, including local hydrogen production for transportation and industry, and long-duration energy storage capabilities (source: investor.fce.com). Their technology uniquely integrates carbon capture from external sources while simultaneously producing power, hydrogen, and water, positioning them as a leader in emissions management and clean energy innovation (source: linkedin.com).
Projects & Track Record
FuelCell Energy’s notable project portfolio includes the Gyeonggi Green Energy fuel cell power plant in Hwaseong-si, Korea, where they delivered and commissioned six fuel cell modules contributing to a 58.8 MW platform, with prior deliveries of eight modules underscoring ongoing operational support and service revenue (source: sec.gov). In 2026, the company aggressively expanded into data center power solutions, launching standardized 1.25 MW, 2.5 MW, and 12.5 MW product blocks and increasing manufacturing capacity at their Torrington, Connecticut facility from approximately 100 MW toward 350 MW, with plans to reach 500 MW annualized production capacity by mid-2028 (source: investor.fce.com). Their first Capacity Reservation Agreement with a major data center operator for a 75 MW project in Texas and a $2.4 billion awarded backlog related to Fit Energy’s option to purchase up to 350 MW of fuel cell systems highlight their growing market footprint (source: investor.fce.com). Additionally, partnerships with Siemens to explore scalable fuel cell power solutions and with SDC to deploy up to 450 MW of fuel cells globally for data centers demonstrate their strategic collaborations in industrial and utility sectors (source: investor.fce.com). The delivery of carbon capture modules to ExxonMobil Technology and Engineering Company in Rotterdam further exemplifies their leadership in carbon management technologies (source: investor.fce.com).
Recent Developments
In 2026, FuelCell Energy made significant strides in scaling their data center power solutions, announcing a packaged 12.5 MW utility-grade power block and plans to expand manufacturing capacity at their Torrington facility, aiming for a $200 million expansion to increase annualized production toward 500 MW (source: investor.fce.com). Their Q2 fiscal 2026 results reported $35.6 million in revenue and a backlog of $1.14 billion, reflecting strong market demand and execution progress on key projects including Torrington expansion and carbon capture modules for Rotterdam (source: investor.fce.com). The company announced a collaboration with Siemens in July 2026 to explore scalable fuel cell power solutions and secured its first data-center capacity reservation agreement in Texas in September 2026, alongside expanding its awarded backlog by $2.4 billion and continuing the Torrington manufacturing expansion (source: investor.fce.com).
Working There
FuelCell Energy offers career opportunities across a range of technical and operational roles including engineering, plant operations, environmental health and safety, systems integration, manufacturing, and solutions engineering, with key office and manufacturing locations in Danbury and Torrington, Connecticut (source: linkedin.com). The company’s workforce is mission-driven, focused on problem-solving and deploying advanced fuel cell power systems for critical customers such as hospitals, universities, advanced manufacturing, technology facilities, and data centers (source: linkedin.com). With approximately 50 employees and around 46,000 followers on LinkedIn, FuelCell Energy maintains a technical workplace culture emphasizing innovation and sustainability (source: linkedin.com). The company provides job accommodation contacts and encourages diverse talent acquisition, reflecting a supportive and inclusive environment (source: linkedin.com).