Quality Engineer, Quality Management Systems

Harbinger Motors Inc.•Garden Grove, CA

6h•$120,000 - $170,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Quality Engineer for Harbinger’s Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure our processes comply with ISO9001:2026, IATF 16949, and customer requirements. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish, document, maintain, and continuously improve organizational processes. You will lead cross-functional initiatives to execute quality standards, conduct internal audits, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and auditing skills to uphold quality compliance across all Harbinger systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing) or a related technical discipline.
3–5 years of relevant experience in quality systems and manufacturing quality focused on continuous improvement.
Strong proficiency with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards.
In-depth expertise in core quality tools, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, Control Plans, and internal/supplier auditing.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
Proven project management capabilities with the ability to lead multiple cross-functional initiatives concurrently.
Willingness to travel up to 30% as needed.

Nice To Haves

ASQ Certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE) or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional alignment initiatives to ensure Quality Management System processes comply with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and project-specific customer requirements.
Manage and optimize document control software and QM systems for enhanced data integrity and scalability.
Schedule, prepare, and execute internal QMS audits to evaluate operational compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
Partner with cross-functional teams to drive thorough root cause analysis and timely closure of corrective actions arising from audit findings.
Develop, train, and mentor an internal team of certified auditors to perform cross-functional system audits.
Implement Layered Process Audits (LPA) across manufacturing operational areas to sustain process compliance and drive continuous improvement.
Integrate lessons learned from internal and external quality audits into standard operating procedures and core processes.
Establish and track data-driven quality metrics to monitor system health and validate the effectiveness of corrective actions.
Promote a culture of quality by continually evaluating organizational systems for continuous improvement opportunities.
Facilitate cross-functional reviews and process audits to guarantee continuous adherence to established company standards.
Lead interdisciplinary teams in root cause analysis for internal and external non-conformances, ensuring prompt validation and resolution.