Quality Engineer

Description

Role Summary

You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

Responsibilities

• Develop, apply and maintain quality requirements and standards for development and manufacturing products.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective action using 8D, 5 whys & fishbone diagrams.
• Serve as the primary quality assurance resource to department supervisor(s) for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a customer liaison for customer complaints.
• Support concurrent engineering efforts by participating in design development projects representing quality assurance and the customer.
• Design and implement methods for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection.
• Promote and execute quality standards, inspection processes, test methodology, quality plans, documents and reports.
• Perform containment and certification activities.
• Review customers purchase orders, contracts and change requests and ensure that the necessary criteria and provisions are included in quality and process plans.
• Develop, execute and analyze quality reporting measures.
• Report to management on quality issues, trends and losses.
• Assist in training equipment operators or other staff on validation protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Review suppliers purchase orders and establish supplier quality requirements.
• Perform internal quality system, manufacturing process, and product audits.
• Interface with supplier and customer quality representatives concerning problems with quality assurance and assure that effective corrective action is implemented.
• May compile, write and deliver training material on quality standards and activities.
• Review statistical studies, technological advances, or regulatory standards and industry trends to stay abreast of issues in the field of quality control.
• Participate in internal and external training programs to maintain knowledge of validation principles.
• Required to have an understanding and working knowledge of automotive industry requirements and tools, such as IATF 16949, and Core Tools, APQP, FMEA, MSA, etc.
• Adhere to EMS and IATF 16949 Policies and Procedures.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Your Background
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Manufacturing Engineering; or closely related technical field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of quality control experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in the automotive industry.
• Familiar with process control quality tools.
• Familiar with statistical control methods in problem solving.
• Must have a background and expertise in recordkeeping, reporting, and compliance (i.e., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP).
• Must have the ability to read and write technical reports and programs.
• Must have an understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Must be detail-oriented and have excellent analytical skills.
• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Must be proficient with computers and demonstrated skills in office applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer, now, or at any time in the future.

Benefits

• You grow at Aptiv . Aptiv's winning culture is global by design. We bring together diverse perspectives, cultures, and business contexts to solve our customers' toughest challenges. In this environment, every individual can grow, lead, and make an impact, regardless of background, because inclusion fuels how we innovate and win.
• You make an impact at Aptiv. One of the strengths of humanity is our drive to progress, to improve, to achieve more tomorrow than we did yesterday. People need solutions they can trust when it matters most. At Aptiv, you are building those solutions every day.
• You have support at Aptiv. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family, your physical health, and your mental health with a competitive benefits package
• Your Benefits at Aptiv:
• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Meet the Next Generation Aptiv
• At Aptiv, we deliver innovative solutions that people trust when it matters most.
• Progress is never static. It is about reaching further, exploring new possibilities, and enabling mobility. Aptiv empowers customers to create solutions people rely on—advancing safety and autonomy in Automotive and Commercial Vehicles, enabling mission-critical performance in Aerospace & Defense, and powering intelligent systems across Energy, Enterprise, and Telecommunications. We also drive precision and efficiency in Industrials & Robotics and support life-critical innovation in Medical technologies.
• Guided by our winning culture and values to Think & Act Like Owners, as One Team, and Play to Win, we turn commitment into results and achieve more together.
• Join Us to Deliver Innovative Solutions That People Trust!