Automotive Quality Engineer: Process Excellence & CAPA

TI Automotive; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

TI Automotive in Michigan is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure products meet defined standards and customer requirements. You will identify defects, drive corrective actions, and support continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

The role collaborates with design, engineering, and production to maintain ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 compliance, perform CAPA, analyze data with SPC/FMEA, and maintain quality records and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• ASQ CQE or Six Sigma certification preferred.
• 3-6 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or process improvement.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective action (CAPA), and statistical quality tools.
• Prior experience in automotive.
• Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, PPAP, SPC, MSA, and APQP.
• Skilled in data analysis and quality software.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review product specifications, test procedures, and design documentation for quality compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, work instructions, inspection procedures, and visual aids.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement CAPA for nonconformities.
• Conduct audits (internal, supplier, product) and lead resolution of issues.
• Support validation of new processes, equipment, and product launches through testing and verification.
• Monitor quality trends and metrics using SPC, FMEA, control plans, and capability studies.
• Interface with suppliers and customers on quality issues and corrective actions.
• Ensure quality system compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or relevant standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to improve production quality and process capability.
• Provide support for incident investigation, documentation, safety follow-ups, and continuous improvement feedback.
• Participate in training of personnel on quality standards and procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including inspection reports, audit findings, and quality records.

Skills

CAPA analysis

Root cause analysis

Statistical tools

Cross-functional teamwork

Quality system knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ASQ CQE certification

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Tools

FMEA

Control plans

PPAP

SPC

MSA

APQP

Quality software

Job description

TI Automotive in Michigan is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure products meet defined standards and customer requirements. You will identify defects, drive corrective actions, and support continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

The role collaborates with design, engineering, and production to maintain ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 compliance, perform CAPA, analyze data with SPC/FMEA, and maintain quality records and training.