Project Quality Engineer

Project Quality Engineer

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creates the prototype control plan and releases the prototypes build and delivery. Ensure lessons learned input for next phases with focus on NCC1, FPY, etc.
• Perform Work Product/Quality Gates Checks/Moderate the Gates. Ensure the fulfillment of the requirements (documentation, tests,...) for the defined maturity level of the prototypes. Creates the prototype control plan and releases the prototypes build and delivery.
• Review and evaluate customer (quote) documents in regards to quality related aspects (such like PPAP requirements, Quality KPI's, etc.).
• Development and maintenance of the Project Quality Plan, as an integral part of the overall Project Plan. Controlling / reviewing of project specific quality actions according Project Quality Plan within the PDP.
• Support QMPP in submission of the first PPAP documentation and parts to the customer acc. to the corporate PPAP procedure. Customer APQP Maintenance.
• Technical Compliance Management, Structured Problem Solving, Lessons Learned, ASPICE, Reporting of the QA performance.
• Strive for frontloading pushing to ensure the product and process Quality in Project- and in Launch Phase accordingly to Product QM responsibility and collaboration model.
• Coaching and/or Steering the project team on process adherence and quality methods and activities
• Pursuing (i.e. tracking, requesting, supporting, instructing), that the required methods in a project are implemented correctly according to Project Plan / Project Quality Plan (this includes e.g. PLC Gates, status meetings, Knowledge Management, Project Risk Management, Object Reviews, Discipline Reviews, statistical methods, DFSS Support, traceability concept, interlocking concept...).
• Understanding and documenting lessons learned. Leads quality improvement actions together with customer, plants and Product Lines, if there are any during development and in serial serial supports plant Q.
• Support for the definition of the DV & PV tests. Evaluation of the reports and the analysis results. In case of deviations, initiation of methodological investigations (A3, 8D, 5 why, Ishikawa...)Support for internal and external audits regarding quality related topics.
• Analyze and create technical concepts for optimization of quality aspects in production or assembly processes assigned.
• Customer specific requirements: Contract management (customer contracts and agreements) legal requirements (IMDS,...), Customer specific quality requirements would be beneficial
• Knowledge of Quality standards, QM System and Process Management (IATF 16949,ISO 9001, ISO, VDA 6.3),
• Warranty and Claim Management procees including customer portals.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in required in technical engineering (electrical/mechanical/quality) or comparable discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience including 3+ years of automotive industry experience.
• Experience in Quality Management and/or Project Management as project team member.
• Strong business acumen and a deep understanding of quality process. APQP, Change Management., Risk Management…
• Quality methods and tools: Structured problem soving (ishikawa, 5why, is/is not, Red X), SPC, MSA, FMEA (Design, Process, System, etc.), PPAP process.
• Additional Knowledge of quality methods and tools:wpuld be beneficial: Technical compliance Management, JIDOKA, DFSS Green Belt, Six Sigma Basics, reliability evaluations (e.g. Weibull), Brainstorming,Internal quality procedures, Safe Launch…
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to lead through influence in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to travel up to 20%.
• External candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US without work/employment visa sponsorship.

At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs. Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.