Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Cox Enterprises • Atlanta, GA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

EV Battery Solutions (EVBS) is seeking a proactive Quality Engineer (located in Las Vegas, Oklahoma City or Atlanta) to help build and mature a world-class Quality Management System across four EVBS locations. In this role, you will partner with Engineering, Operations, Client Solutions, Sales, HR, and Operational Excellence to drive best practices and quality initiatives that enable first-class execution and continuous improvement. You will leverage your expertise in ISO9001/IATF16949 standards and advanced quality tools—including AIAG PPAP, FMEA, APQP (Control Plans), SPC, and MSA—to ensure compliance and operational excellence. Success in this role requires the ability to identify risks, influence stakeholders, and deliver solutions with precision and urgency. If you are highly organized, motivated, and an exceptional communicator, this position offers the opportunity to shape quality strategy in the rapidly evolving EV battery space while expanding your technical and leadership capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 6 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 4 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience; or 10 years’ experience in a related field
• Automotive background
• IATF auditor certification with a minimum of 3 years of auditing experience; EV battery experience is a plus.
• IATF16949 standards

Nice To Haves

• Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence across diverse teams.
• Highly self-motivated and organized, with exceptional attention to detail and ownership mindset.
• Strong communication skills, capable of translating complex issues into clear, actionable insights for team members, clients, and leadership.
• Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio/Lucid, Smartsheet).
• Willingness to travel 40–50%, primarily to other EVBS locations.
• Physical and mental agility to execute responsibilities effectively within required timeframes.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, demonstrating expertise in process improvement and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in a start-up or growth environment, with the ability to build and establish a robust Quality Management System from the ground up.
• Proficiency with Minitab or similar statistical software, enabling advanced data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of EVBS manufacturing quality processes in alignment with IATF16949 standards.
• Drive product launches and engineering changes by implementing APQP tools and ensuring compliance with customer-specific requirements.
• Conduct rigorous internal audits to uphold ISO9001/IATF16949 guidelines and strengthen organizational compliance.
• Own performance visibility by developing, maintaining, and reporting KPIs, while supporting gauge capability studies.
• Resolve quality issues with urgency and precision, leveraging structured problem-solving tools such as 8D.
• Promote lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste across production.
• Serve as a trusted quality partner across all EVBS locations, supporting audits, management reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adapt and deliver in dynamic environments, taking ownership of additional responsibilities as needed.
• Apply advanced quality principles to ensure compliance with ISO9001 and IATF16949 standards, leveraging AIAG tools such as PPAP, FMEA, APQP (Control Plans), SPC, and MSA.
• Champion continuous improvement in automotive manufacturing through data-driven analysis and proactive problem-solving.
• Interpret complex engineering requirements with precision, including GD&T, and utilize advanced measurement methods (CMM), gage calibration, and industry-standard inspection practices.
• Collaborate across functions to accelerate delivery, escalating issues effectively and driving alignment on quality objectives.
• Drive alignment and inspire action by building consensus across diverse teams and organizational levels.
• Communicate with clarity and confidence, providing timely updates on progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Craft compelling messages for all audiences—executives, peers, and frontline teams—through strong written and verbal communication.
• Lead with initiative and accountability, demonstrating a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excel in dynamic environments, balancing priorities with agility and grace under pressure.

Benefits

• The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members.
• Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

What This Job Offers

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