Engineer 2, Product Quality

Knorr Bremse Group; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 75,900 - 113,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Company stock purchase options

Job summary

Knorr Bremse Group in Avon, Ohio is looking for a Quality Engineer responsible for developing and implementing systems to prevent quality issues in products, particularly in the automotive sector. You'll lead quality initiatives, collaborate with teams to define customer requirements, and enhance product safety audits.

The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in Engineering and over 5 years of experience in quality management, along with leadership skills to drive project success. Extensive benefits including healthcare, vacation, and bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of quality experience in the automotive/truck industry.
• 3+ years of experience in an engineering environment.
• MS degree can replace some experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned business unit for quality issues and product launches.
• Lead and assist in quality initiatives and special projects.
• Coordinate quality management reports for high-risk issues.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Problem-solving

Agile Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BS/BSET degree in Manufacturing, Process or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EEO Statement

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Description

Reports To: Director, Product Quality

Date Last Revised: June 5, 2026

Position Summary

This position is responsible for developing, designing, and implementing systems to prevent quality related issues of Bendix products, specifically within the Drivetrain, Steering Dampers, and Transmissions product business teams.

Essential Functions

• Support assigned business unit and Project and Product quality focal point for all assigned customers in an agile work environment.
• Assist Advanced Project Quality Development according to PDC 4.0 and Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities on all assigned product line launches, including suppliers.
• Interface with customers and manufacturing plants to define customer quality requirements and monitor performance.
• Support, and or lead as assigned, breakthrough Quality initiatives and participate on other special projects.
• For complex non-routine issues, provide leadership in developing and implementing corrective actions and special project teams. Ability to create and deliver clear and concise executive level presentations.
• Assist all functional areas and manufacturing locations with Advanced Quality Planning, problem resolution, prevention and mistake proofing.
• Support global product safety audits.
• Coordinate monthly Quality management reports for high-risk issues and KPI reviews.
• Assist customer installation audits for assigned customers.

Knowledge

• Intermediate knowledge of VDA, TS16949 and ISO9001, and Advanced Product Quality Planning.
• Familiar with Design/Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (D/PFMEA), control plans, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), statistical process control.
• Knowledge of statistical and six-sigma methodologies.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of quality experience in the automotive/truck industry with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Tier 1 supplier is required.
• 3+ years of experience in an engineering environment.
• MS degree to be considered in place of minimum Quality experience requirements.

Skills

• Solid experience in a technical field such as Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
• High level of energy, enthusiasm and optimism, as well as a sense of urgency and passion for excellence.
• Capable of working in an Agile Team environment with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Project planning and follow-up skills essential.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Education

• BS/BSET degree required in Manufacturing, Process or Mechanical Engineering.
• Working knowledge of Automotive/Trucking Industry Quality requirements and standards a plus.
• Black or Green Belt certified a plus.
• SPS or Red X certified a plus.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 25% is required to support operational quality, process or product launch activities. Both domestically and internationally.

Position Requirements

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Avon, Ohio is $75,900 to $113,900 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 4% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.