Automotive Class-A Design Quality Engineer

Altentechnologyusa; Macon Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer focused on Class-A craftsmanship and appearance validation for automotive programs. You will collaborate with Design, CMF, Mastering, Suppliers, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Development teams across the development lifecycle.

You will evaluate appearance-sensitive components, ensure design intent alignment, drive tooling and grain approvals, and support PPAP readiness while balancing manufacturing feasibility with

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Quality, Product Development, Craftsmanship, Design Validation, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 5 years of automotive industry experience.
• Experience evaluating appearance-sensitive or Class-A automotive components.
• Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design Quality & Craftsmanship Validation across Class-A components.
• Approve tooling readiness prior to grain application.
• Appearance Approval Process (AAR) activities and PPAP support.
• Issue identification and resolution with suppliers and engineering teams.
• Program and data management across multiple projects.
• Cross-functional collaboration with CMF, Design, Mastering, and Manufacturing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Product Development, or a related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer focused on Class-A craftsmanship and appearance validation for automotive programs. You will collaborate with Design, CMF, Mastering, Suppliers, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Development teams across the development lifecycle.

You will evaluate appearance-sensitive components, ensure design intent alignment, drive tooling and grain approvals, and support PPAP readiness while balancing manufacturing feasibility with