Quality Engineer

CDRP Technologies; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Scout Motors in Blythewood, SC is seeking a Quality Engineer / Total Vehicle with 5+ years in BIW dimensional analysis and vehicle launches. The role requires deep GD&T knowledge, tolerance analysis, and hands-on metrology tool use to drive dimensional quality across body-in-white processes.

The ideal candidate will lead dimensional issue resolution from prototype through SOP, collaborating with body shop, supplier quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure world-class fit and finish.

Qualifications

• 5+ years BIW dimensional analysis, body joining, or vehicle launch engineering.
• Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stacks, and dimensional variation analysis.
• Familiarity with weld and adhesive joint designs and body assembly processes.
• Experience with metrology systems (CMM, laser scan, optical measurement systems) and data interpretation tools (PiWeb).
• Strong knowledge of automotive industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001).
• Excellent understanding of complete vehicle production processes.
• Proficiency in quality tools and software (e.g., FMEA, Six Sigma, Minitab).
• Data-Driven Mindset.

Skills

Data-driven

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

PolyWorks

CM4D

PiWeb

Q-DAS

3DCS

CMM/laser scanning

Job description

Job Title – Quality Engineer / Total Vehicle

Location: Blythewood, South Carolina

Base Salary – $100,000 – $120,000

Client: Scout Motors

Job Category: Manufacturing – Quality

We’re largest maker of Electric rugged SUVs and trucks and an all-electric powertrain as well as range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

*** CLIENT Screening Questions ***

1- Does the candidate have at least 5 years of BIW (body-in-white) quality or manufacturing engineering experience?

2- Does the candidate have experience with fit & finish quality processes?

Is the candidate willing to relocate to Blythewood, SC?

*** Ideal Candidate ***

The ideal candidate is a BIW Dimensional Engineer, Launch Engineer, or Dimensional Quality Engineer with 5+ years of automotive experience supporting vehicle launches, body shop operations, and dimensional quality.

They possess deep expertise in GD&T, tolerance analysis, root cause investigation, body joining processes, metrology systems, and gap & flush optimization, with hands‑on experience using tools such as PolyWorks, CM4D, PiWeb, Q-DAS, 3DCS, and CMM/laser scanning systems.

This individual has a proven track record leading dimensional issue resolution from prototype through SOP, partnering across body shop, supplier quality, manufacturing, and assembly teams to improve craftsmanship and dimensional stability. They are highly analytical, data‑driven, comfortable in a fast‑paced launch environment, and capable of influencing cross‑functional teams while driving accountability, continuous improvement, and world‑class vehicle fit and finish.

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in BIW dimensional analysis, body joining, or vehicle launch engineering.

Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and root cause analysis of dimensional variation.

Familiarity with weld and adhesive joint designs and body assembly processes.

Experience with metrology systems (CMM, laser scan, optical measurement systems) and data interpretation tools (Pi Web).

Strong knowledge of automotive industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001).

Excellent understanding of complete vehicle production processes.

Proficiency in quality tools and software (e.g., FMEA, Six Sigma, Minitab).

Data-Driven Mindset.

Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans

401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting

Paid Time Off including:

20 days planned PTO, as accrued

40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually

Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders