Automotive Quality Engineer - APQP & Continuous Improvement

Tenneco; Napoleon (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in the United States is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure products, processes, and quality systems meet customer, regulatory, and company requirements. This role supports audits, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives across the quality landscape.

You will lead APQP, PPAP, PFMEA activities and drive corrective actions using 8D, 5 Why, and DMAIC methodologies. A strong automotive quality background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering or related fields.
• ASQ CQE/CQA preferred; IATF 16949/ISO 9001 Auditor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Lead APQP activities and support new product launches, including PFMEA.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, or DMAIC.
• Program and operate CMM for dimensional inspections and PPAP validation.

Skills

Auditing knowledge

Root cause analysis

Quality leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

Control Plans

SPC

MSA

Job description

Tenneco in the United States is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure products, processes, and quality systems meet customer, regulatory, and company requirements. This role supports audits, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives across the quality landscape.

You will lead APQP, PPAP, PFMEA activities and drive corrective actions using 8D, 5 Why, and DMAIC methodologies. A strong automotive quality background is preferred.