Program Quality Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Manage program-level quality activities from program kickoff through launch and into production, ensuring timely execution of quality plans and gate deliverables.
• Ensure that product and process control documentation is compliant with requirements and/or contracts.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving (8D, root cause analysis) for new model launch manufacturing issues; drive containment, corrective actions, and verification of effectiveness.
• Work with suppliers to establish PPAP quality requirements and support supplier corrective action and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support production launches by conducting process audits, performing first article inspections, and ensuring readiness of measuring systems and inspection equipment.
• Cover product validation and testing activities with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely execution and compliance with requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality management systems and standards (ISO/IATF) and support internal and external audits as required.
• Provide training and coaching to production and engineering teams on quality methods, inspection techniques, and problem-solving tools.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience We're Looking For

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in engineering, quality, or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in quality engineering, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing sector supporting program launches and production.
• Demonstrated experience with FMEA, PPAP, control plans, APQP, and other automotive quality tools and deliverables.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional problem solving and implement effective corrective actions (8D, root cause analysis).
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and quality metrics; familiarity with Minitab or similar tools is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Able to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously while meeting milestones and delivering results.
• Knowledge of ISO/IATF quality management systems and experience supporting audits.
• Experience with measurement systems analysis (MSA) and GD&T is preferred.