Quality Engineer

Job Description Job Description Position Summary The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring robust product and process quality across manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction, defect prevention, and continuous improvement. This role supports serial production, new launches, and supplier quality activities through disciplined application of automotive core tools, structured problem solving, and compliance with global quality standards. The position requires hands-on manufacturing support, data-driven decision making, and effective cross-functional leadership to achieve zero-defect performance and improve key quality KPIs. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing & Customer Quality Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa, and DMAIC Support daily manufacturing quality issues, nonconformances, and deviation management Monitor and improve KPIs including PPM, FPY, scrap, rework, and response time Prepare and maintain quality dashboards, trend analysis, and management reports Support customer communications, audits, scorecards, and escalation management Ensure effective containment, verification, and prevention of recurrence APQP / PPAP / Launch Support Support APQP activities from concept through SOP Review and approve PPAP submissions (AIAG & AIAG-VDA aligned) Ensure alignment between PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and process parameters Participate in launch readiness reviews and risk assessments Supplier Quality Support supplier development activities and corrective action follow-up Participate in supplier audits and process validations as required Review supplier PFMEA, control plans, and quality documentation Drive improvement in supplier responsiveness, compliance, and performance Audits & Compliance Support internal and external audits in line with IATF 16949 and customer requirements Participate in VDA 6.3 / 6.5 process and product audits Ensure documentation accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness Support layered process audits and standard work verification Continuous Improvement Drive systematic defect reduction and zero-defect initiatives Lead or support Kaizen, lessons learned, and standardization activities Improve robustness of manufacturing and inspection processes Support cost-of-poor-quality reduction initiatives Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related) 5+ years experience in automotive manufacturing quality (Tier 1 / Tier 2 / OEM) Strong working knowledge of: APQP / PPAP PFMEA / Control Plans 8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa SPC / MSA IATF 16949 Experience supporting customer quality issues and production environments Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional problem solving Preferred Qualifications Experience with VDA standards (VDA 6.3 / 6.5, AIAG-VDA PFMEA) Certified IATF 16949 or VDA 6.3 Internal Auditor Experience with OEM portals, scorecards, and escalation processes Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, dashboards) Experience in high-volume assembly or safety / functional critical components Key Competencies Structured problem solving Data-driven decision making Cross-functional leadership Customer & supplier interface Attention to detail and sense of urgency Continuous improvement mindset Working Conditions Manufacturing plant environment Regular floor presence required Occasional travel for supplier or customer support