Quality Engineer 2

DENSO • Statesville, NC

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Engineer 2 is responsible for planning and executing Product Verification (PV) and confirmation testing according to customer specifications and internal standards. This includes developing and improving test documentation, ensuring timely completion of testing to meet program milestones, analyzing test results, and communicating findings to engineering teams. The role involves leading or supporting investigations of test failures using structured problem-solving methods and coordinating with internal and global counterparts for test alignment and issue resolution. Additionally, the Quality Engineer 2 manages the metrology system for lab and production measurement equipment, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 and internal standards, including calibration, traceability, and measurement capability. The position also involves supporting the selection and implementation of new test and measurement equipment, ensuring compliance with various quality systems (IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001), maintaining quality documentation, and supporting internal and external audits. A key aspect of the role is driving continuous improvement in lab efficiency, test turnaround time, and data accuracy, supporting A3 activities, providing training, and fostering a culture of quality and accountability. The role requires working in a manufacturing environment, potentially with minimal supervision, and may involve shift work, overtime, and travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related degree
• 3+ years of direct experience required
• A combination of degree and experience can be considered

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Product Verification (PV) and confirmation testing per customer specifications and internal standards
• Develop, maintain, and improve test plans, test procedures, and OMS (Operating Method Sheets)
• Ensure on-time completion of PV testing to support program milestones (PPAP, PV builds, SOP readiness)
• Analyze test results, identify abnormalities, and clearly communicate findings to Engineering and DENSO SSR teams
• Lead or support investigation of test failures using structured problem-solving methods (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)
• Coordinate with internal groups and global counterparts (DENSO Japan, DENSO NA, Thrid-party NA labs, suppliers) for test alignment and issue resolution
• Support special testing requests (environmental, durability, stress, vibration, etc.)
• Manage metrology system for all lab and production measurement equipment in compliance with IATF 16949 and internal standards
• Ensure all equipment is calibrated, traceable, and fit for use at all times
• Evaluate measurement capability and drive improvements to ensure accuracy and repeatability
• Support selection, validation, and implementation of new test and measurement equipment
• Use necessary measuring equipment for dimensions of product to verify conformance to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and customer-specific requirements
• Maintain and improve lab OMS, control plans, and related quality documentation
• Support internal, external, and customer audits; lead responses for metrology and lab-related findings
• Ensure adherence to 5S and safe laboratory practices
• Drive improvements in lab efficiency, test turnaround time, and data accuracy
• Support A3 activities focused on laboratory capability, standardization, and waste reduction
• Provide training and guidance to technicians and engineers on test methods and measurement systems
• Promote a culture of quality, ownership, and accountability within the lab environment
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and perform duties with minimal supervision
• May require shift work & overtime to support area of responsibility as needed
• May require travel

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
• 401K with 4% company match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Program
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Ongoing Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
• Volunteer opportunities
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

What This Job Offers

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