Quality Engineer-Powertrain

Job Description

Job Description

I came across your resume in our Database and have a 24+mo W2 contract role with Ford in Dearborn that I wanted to share with you. The rate is $32.75hr with benefits and 10 PTO and 7 holidays. If this sounds like something that would be of interest to you, let me know a few good times to chat over the phone and we can go from there.

THIS IS A 24+MO W2 (NOT C2C/1099/REFERRAL BASED VENDOR) CONTRACT POSITION

APPLICANTS MUST BE LOCAL AT TIME OF APPLICATION

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON OUR W2 (NOT C2C)

MAX RATE BASED ON EXPERIENCE IS $32HR

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support investigations and resolution of engine, powertrain, and thermal system issues that occur later in a product's lifecycle. This role focuses on identifying root causes of field issues, improving reliability, reducing warranty costs, and developing long-term corrective actions through data analysis, testing, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in engines, thermal systems, testing, quality engineering, or product development and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment focused on continuous improvement and reliability enhancement.

Location: Fully On-Site

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support quality improvement and cost reduction projects focused on warranty and reliability concerns.
• Analyze warranty, service, and test data to identify trends, recurring failures, and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate engine, powertrain, and thermal system quality issues using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions to prevent future failures.
• Design, coordinate, and execute component, subsystem, and vehicle-level testing to validate findings and solutions.
• Present project status, recommendations, and test results to engineering and leadership teams.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, testing, and product development teams to drive issue resolution.
• Develop tools, processes, and lessons learned that improve future product quality and serviceability.
• Document findings and maintain knowledge-sharing resources for future programs.
• Lead and facilitate problem-solving teams focused on quality and reliability improvements.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.

Experience

• Minimum 6 months of project leadership or project coordination experience.
• Minimum 6 months of experience with internal combustion engines, thermal systems, after-treatment systems, or powertrain-related technologies in one or more of the following areas:
• Design Engineering
• Product Testing
• Controls Engineering
• Calibration Engineering
• Quality Engineering

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience analyzing technical, test, or warranty data.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, charts, and data analysis.
• Experience creating technical presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Ability to identify trends, investigate failures, and validate corrective actions through testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with quality engineering, reliability engineering, or warranty analysis.
• Knowledge of engine and powertrain systems including:
• Base engine systems
• Cooling systems
• Air management systems
• Fuel systems
• Emissions and after-treatment systems
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or Design for Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with:
• DMAIC methodology
• Strategic Problem Solving
• Failure Mode Avoidance
• Reliability and Robustness processes
• Quality tools and continuous improvement methods
• Familiarity with statistics and hypothesis testing.
• Experience developing dashboards and reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of Python for data analysis and automation.
• Experience working with large datasets, databases, SQL, or cloud-based analytics platforms such as BigQuery or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with hardware testing, instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition systems.
• Technical writing and documentation experience.

Desired Competencies

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity, willingness to learn, and a passion for solving complex engineering problems.

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.

Company Description

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.