Core Quality Engineer for Engines Propulsion Quality

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

The Core Quality Engineer for Propulsion Engines Quality ensures deployment of Quality policies and achievement of product quality targets for Engines in development and mass production, with the goal of meeting and exceeding customer expectations. The role covers design-related quality from program approval through end of production and contributes to quality improvement across propulsion systems processes, programs, and regions. The engineer analyzes system interactions and field concerns, manages assigned Engine issues through closure, supports warranty items and emerging issues, and reviews engineering-related repair and service procedures. The position also involves leading project meetings and reporting to propulsion systems and quality management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or control systems engineering.
At least 8 years of automotive experience with knowledge of propulsion systems in product development, manufacturing, or quality.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of quality tools, methods, and processes to drive continuous product improvements in the automotive industry.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, such as Shainin Red X, Lean, or DFSS.
Ability to work under pressure, stay organized, and continuously meet deadlines.
Excellent communication skills, a professional and positive attitude, and ability to lead and work with a global development team.
Ability to present to a global executive team.
Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office applications.
Domestic and international travel is possible.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or higher in quality management or engineering.
Knowledge of internal combustion engines.
Demonstrated Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Black Belt certification.
Demonstrated Shainin Red X certification.
At least 5 years of automotive experience in Propulsion Systems.
At least 5 years of design and release experience in electrified propulsion, electromechanical systems, or gear drives.
At least 5 years of quality management experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure deployment of Quality policies and achievement of product quality targets for Engines in development and mass production.
Manage design-related quality for Engine development and production from program approval through end of production.
Lead global efforts to define and improve propulsion systems processes related to Engines.
Lead design assessments and track quality KPIs for the Engines perimeter across new programs and regions.
Manage a systemic approach to quality improvements by analyzing propulsion systems interactions.
Drive detailed engineering analysis to address field concerns.
Manage assigned Engine issues and direct them through closure.
Interface with Quality to support warranty items and emerging issues.
Review and approve engineering-related repair and service procedures.
Organize and lead internal and external project team meetings.
Provide regular reports to propulsion systems and quality management.