Product Engineer III

IMS Gear Georgia, LLC•Gainesville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IMS Gear is seeking a Senior Product Engineer to lead advanced product and quality planning across key automotive programs. This is a high-visibility, hands-on role where you will work directly with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure successful product launches, robust quality systems, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
5–8+ years of experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing
Strong hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and 8D
Solid understanding of statistical analysis and process capability (Cp/Cpk)
Experience working with customers and suppliers in a manufacturing environment
Ability to lead projects, solve complex problems, and influence cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP, CAQ systems, or similar tools preferred

Responsibilities

Lead APQP and PPAP activities from development through series production
Drive product and process quality across manufacturing, suppliers, and customers
Own FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and capability studies (Cp/Cpk)
Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and suppliers to resolve issues and improve processes
Lead problem-solving and 8D activities, including containment and corrective actions
Support and lead customer, internal, and certification audits
Manage engineering changes, drawing control, and product validation
Oversee testing, measurement systems, and product requalification activities
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to quality technicians
Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with quality, cost, and delivery goals
Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards