Automotive Quality Program Engineer — New Product Launch

OPmobility; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility in Troy, MI is seeking a Quality Program Engineer (QPE) to ensure quality requirements are met throughout development and launch. The role sits on the Core Development Team, with hybrid work and up to 15% travel to support development, manufacturing, and customer activities.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering, has automotive quality experience, knowledge of AIAG tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA), and strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills to drive launches

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in automotive quality, product development, manufacturing, or launches.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate program quality activities within cross-functional development teams.
• Complete APQP deliverables and support PPAP submissions.
• Facilitate DFMEA/PFMEA activities and special characteristic reviews.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation including control plans and files.
• Analyze trial and manufacturing data to identify process variation and drive corrective actions.
• Support prototype, pre-production and launch activities through SOP.
• Conduct and support internal and external process audits.
• Identify, communicate, and escalate quality risks affecting program success.
• Serve as the primary quality interface for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Coach team members on quality tools, standards, and best practices.

Skills

APQP knowledge

PPAP knowledge

FMEA expertise

Control Plans

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AIAG Core Tools

DFMEA/PFMEA facilitation

Job description

OPmobility in Troy, MI is seeking a Quality Program Engineer (QPE) to ensure quality requirements are met throughout development and launch. The role sits on the Core Development Team, with hybrid work and up to 15% travel to support development, manufacturing, and customer activities.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering, has automotive quality experience, knowledge of AIAG tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA), and strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills to drive launches