Advanced Quality Engineer

Motus Integrated Technologies • Spartanburg, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Quality Engineer (APQP Lead) owns end-to-end quality execution from concept through Start of Production (SOP), ensuring compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements. This launch-critical role is accountable for launch readiness, PPAP success, and execution without surprises. It leads coordination among engineering, manufacturing, supplier quality, customers, and suppliers in a high-visibility automotive manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on quality planning and risk prevention throughout new product development rather than maintenance or auditing. Success is measured by first-pass PPAP approvals, complete and validated APQP deliverables before SOP, flawless launches, capable suppliers, and customer and leadership confidence. The position is based in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and requires travel of up to 20%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in automotive quality engineering or manufacturing quality.
• Proven ownership of APQP, PPAP, and AIAG Core Tools, including FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, and MSA.
• Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Experience with SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, and capability analysis (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk).
• Proficiency in GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Demonstrated success leading 8D problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple new product development and launch programs simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2 manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with OEM requirements, such as BMW, Ford, GM, and Stellantis.
• Experience with customer portals, customer-specific requirements, and launch systems.
• Certification in IATF 16949 or as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).

Responsibilities

• Own APQP execution across all phases of new product development.
• Serve as the primary quality interface with OEM customers and Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers.
• Drive PPAP readiness, submission, and approval, including Level 3 and Level 5 submissions.
• Lead development and validation of DFMEA, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, and Control Plans.
• Ensure rigorous application of AIAG Core Tools.
• Lead production buyoffs, Run at Rate, and Process Sign-Off (PSO) with customers.
• Drive root cause analysis using 8D, 5 Whys, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Own corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and eliminate repeat issues.
• Ensure MSA, Gage R&R, and fixture validation are completed and capable.
• Apply SPC and capability analysis (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk) to validate process performance.
• Partner with manufacturing and engineering to identify and eliminate risk before SOP.
• Drive supplier APQP and PPAP readiness and hold the supply base accountable.
• Act as the escalation point for quality issues, customer concerns, and customer-specific requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level