Pre-Production Quality Engineer

Russell Tobin; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k)-retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Pre-Production Quality Engineer to oversee quality standards in pre-production operations. The role involves technical assistance during prototype vehicle builds, resolving quality challenges, and ensuring alignment with engineering processes. Strong analytical skills and a relevant degree or extensive experience are required. This position is based in Warren, Michigan, with a salary range of $30 to $35/hr.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to present effectively to large groups and multiple levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to pre-production technicians.
• Act as a liaison between engineering and manufacturing.
• Lead easel board meetings to resolve issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Detail-focused

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Job description

This range is provided by Russell Tobin. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Job Title: Pre-Production Quality Engineer

Rate: $30 to $35/hr on W2

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Duration: 12+ months with possible extension

Overtime/Remote: Not anticipated / No remote option

Summary

• The Quality Engineer is responsible for researching and testing the design, functionality, and maintenance of products, equipment, systems, and processes while developing and implementing quality standards. This role focuses on pre-production operations, supporting prototype vehicle builds by identifying and resolving quality issues and ensuring alignment with engineering and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to pre-production technicians.
• Act as a liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and supplier quality during prototype build phases.
• Lead easel board meetings and guide teams through issue resolution processes.
• Establish courses of action to accomplish project or task completion.
• Coordinate input from internal/external stakeholders to better understand needs and perceptions.
• Interact with suppliers, lead containment efforts for supplier quality issues, and submit cost recovery documentation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, CMM, FARO, scan reports, and related engineering data.
• Stay current on product developments and quality engineering trends.
• Drive continuous improvement in current practices and processes.
• Participate in professional development opportunities (e.g., Red X, DFSS certifications).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (or 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to present effectively to large groups and multiple levels of management.
• Proven technical and professional competence.
• Team-oriented, detail-focused, and highly organized.
• Experience with statistical problem-solving methods (Red X experience is a plus).

Preferred Skills

• Experience in supplier quality, containment, and corrective action processes.
• Familiarity with prototype and/or pre-production environments.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Additional Information

• Fit-for-work physical is required.
• No driving requirements.
• Possibility of contract extension based on performance and business needs.
• Exposure to unique pre-production projects and hands-on involvement with new technologies and processes.

Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Please connect with me at [phone] or drop me your contact at [e-mail].

Anil Chamoli

Lead - Recruitment

Contact : 609-257-2872

Email : [e-mail]