Quality engineer

Dana; Nuevo León; On-site; MXN 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Dana is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer in Mexico to develop and oversee quality systems aligned with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and customer requirements. You will drive quality planning during launches, lead complex investigations, and coordinate APQP deliverables with cross-functional teams to ensure readiness.

You will mentor quality professionals, monitor KPIs, and promote a culture of continuous improvement across product and process quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 7+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee quality systems aligned with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and customer requirements.
• Ensure robust quality planning during product launches and engineering changes.
• Lead investigations into non-conformances using 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Whys.
• Ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate APQP deliverables including FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product and process readiness.
• Monitor KPIs such as scrap rates, customer complaints, and audit findings.
• Provide technical guidance to Quality Engineers and Technicians.
• Support training initiatives and promote a culture of quality.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience

7+ years of experience

Tools

APQP/PPAP

ISO 9001 & IATF16949

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Team mentoring

Job description

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Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee quality systems and documentation in alignment with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and customer-specific requirements.


• Ensure robust quality planning during product launches and engineering changes.


• Lead complex investigations into product and process non-conformances using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys).


• Ensure timely and effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.


• Coordinate and execute APQP deliverables including FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP submissions.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product and process readiness.


• Monitor key performance indicators such as scrap rates, customer complaints, and audit findings.


• Use statistical analysis to identify trends and lead continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality and process efficiency.


• Provide technical guidance and leadership to Quality Engineers and Technicians.


• Support training initiatives and promote a culture of quality throughout the organization.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience


• 7+ years of experience

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and Control Plans.


• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards, with experience in leading audits, managing compliance, and driving quality assurance throughout the product lifecycle.


• Proven ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions using structured methodologies such as 8D, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing.


• Demonstrated success in mentoring team members, driving process improvements, and fostering a culture of quality excellence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.