Automotive Quality Engineer: PPAP, SPC & Root-Cause Expert

Precise Recruiting Solution; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Precise Recruiting Solution seeks an Automotive Quality Engineer to oversee quality control systems for a confidential automotive supplier in North Carolina. You will ensure IATF 16949 compliance, lead root-cause analyses, and manage PPAP submissions to deliver zero-defect output for global clients.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering and 3+ years in Tier-1/Tier-2 manufacturing, with strong Core Tools knowledge (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering (or equivalent manufacturing experience).
• Experience: 3+ years in quality engineering within a Tier-1 or Tier-2 automotive manufacturing environment.
• Core Tools: Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA and IATF 16949 requirements.
• Technical: Familiarity with high-volume precision manufacturing such as cold-heading, metal stamping, or industrial fastener production.

Responsibilities

• Lead PPAP & APQP management and assemble PPAP Level 3 packages.
• Drive root cause analyses and corrective actions using 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone diagrams.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation like PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, and Control Plans.
• Monitor SPC metrics and analyze CP/CPK on production lines (cold-forming, thread-rolling, heat-treatment).
• Liaise with suppliers and customers on quality issues and conduct periodic audits.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA

IATF 16949

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

Precise Recruiting Solution seeks an Automotive Quality Engineer to oversee quality control systems for a confidential automotive supplier in North Carolina. You will ensure IATF 16949 compliance, lead root-cause analyses, and manage PPAP submissions to deliver zero-defect output for global clients.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Industrial, or Metallurgical Engineering and 3+ years in Tier-1/Tier-2 manufacturing, with strong Core Tools knowledge (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).