Powertrain QA Engineer: Field & Vehicle Quality Specialist

Kia; West Point (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia in West Point, GA is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop a broad understanding and apply automotive industry standards while driving continuous improvements in the electrical system quality and overall product quality. You will lead field quality activities, work with suppliers, and ensure compliance with regulatory policies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in an engineering discipline and 2–5 years of manufacturing experience (automotive preferred), with travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 2–5 years of progressive manufacturing experience, preferably in automotive.
• Advanced degree in Business Management or related field preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in decision making.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for field quality improvement and evaluation activities, particularly for the electrical system.
• Execute and implement quality activities in line with company goals.
• Drive and execute quality issue inspections in the field, production lines, and with vendors.
• Execute special projects for production support activities.
• Prepare detailed plans, reports, and schedules for the Quality Assurance team.
• Ensure compliance of regulations, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Field quality improvement

Quality analytics

Travel flexibility

Independent judgment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering or related field

Advanced degree in Business Management or related field preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

SAP

Job description

Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia in West Point, GA is seeking a Quality Engineer to develop a broad understanding and apply automotive industry standards while driving continuous improvements in the electrical system quality and overall product quality. You will lead field quality activities, work with suppliers, and ensure compliance with regulatory policies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in an engineering discipline and 2–5 years of manufacturing experience (automotive preferred), with travel