Queen City Engineering & Design Recognized at the 2026 NC State Manufacturing Leadership Awards
- Rex Carriker
- Apr 17
- 2 min read
Queen City Engineering & Design, PLLC is honored to announce its recognition at the 2026 North Carolina State Manufacturing Leadership Awards, hosted by NC State University Industry Extension Services during the North Carolina Manufacturing Conference (MFGCON).
The company received the Continuous Improvement Award, highlighting its commitment to building systems-driven processes that strengthen quality, efficiency, and long-term operational performance across its engineering and manufacturing programs.
Recognized for a Systems-Driven Approach to Improvement
This award recognizes organizations that demonstrate a strong, structured approach to continuous improvement—where processes, tools, and team behaviors are aligned toward measurable performance gains.
Queen City Engineering & Design was recognized for its transformation into a more scalable and systems-focused organization through initiatives such as:
Implementation of structured quality systems, including ISO-aligned practices
ERP integration to improve project tracking and operational visibility
Advanced scheduling and workflow automation
Strengthened supplier management and coordination systems
These improvements have supported more consistent execution across projects while enabling the company to expand into new markets and strengthen relationships with Tier One suppliers.
Building a Culture of Operational Excellence
Continuous improvement at Queen City Engineering & Design is not a single initiative—it is a core operating philosophy. The company continues to refine how engineering design, prototyping, and manufacturing support are delivered by focusing on:
Reducing inefficiencies across workflows
Improving first-pass quality and manufacturability
Enhancing cross-functional communication between engineering and production
Increasing responsiveness and delivery consistency for customers
This mindset has helped reinforce a culture where teams are encouraged to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and measure results in real time.
Industry Recognition Across North Carolina
The NC State Manufacturing Leadership Awards recognize manufacturers across the state for excellence in areas including innovation, sustainability, workforce development, economic impact, and continuous improvement. Winners are selected for demonstrating measurable results and long-term commitment to advancing manufacturing excellence in North Carolina.
Looking Ahead
While this recognition is a meaningful milestone, Queen City Engineering & Design views it as part of an ongoing journey. The company remains focused on strengthening its processes, expanding capabilities, and delivering high-performance engineering and manufacturing solutions for its partners and clients.
Queen City Engineering & Design extends its appreciation to its team, partners, and clients whose collaboration and commitment to excellence made this achievement possible.
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