Quality Engineer

EPITEC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC is seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality control and production assurance in a high‑volume engine assembly environment. This role identifies and resolves quality issues on the plant floor, analyzes process data, and supports continuous improvement to ensure products, equipment, systems and processes meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate is hands‑on, independent, and comfortable working with hourly staff on off‑shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 2-4 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience working in a plant‑floor production environment.
• Experience with SPC data analysis.
• Experience using advanced quality tools, including PFMEAs.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Familiarity with CMM operations.
• Experience analyzing assembly process data to identify trends and drive corrective action.
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to drive issues to resolution under pressure.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and partnering with hourly production staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate quality objectives with manufacturing, engineering, and production teams.
• Support quality control and production assurance for engine assembly operations.
• Spend the majority of the shift on the production floor identifying and resolving quality issues in real time.
• Analyze assembly process data to identify trends, risks, and potential upcoming concerns.
• Review SPC data and drive process improvements with manufacturing engineering.
• Utilize PFMEAs to support a quality assembly process.
• Apply blueprint reading and GD&T to evaluate product integrity.
• Drive quality issues to closure through corrective action processes.
• Develop and implement error‑proofing and mistake‑proofing solutions.
• Support daily shop floor meetings, shift handovers, and communication of open quality issues.
• Keep management informed of progress, developments, and pending problems.
• Facilitate quality improvement activities with cross‑functional partners.
• Build strong working relationships with operators and hourly production staff.

Skills

SPC data analysis

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Problem solving

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

CMM

Job description

Job Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Pay Range: $83-86K Per Year

Job Type: W2 Contract

Expected Hours per Week: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 11:00 PM-7:00 AM

Position Summary

We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support quality control and production assurance within a high-volume engine assembly environment. This role is responsible for identifying and resolving quality issues on the plant floor, analyzing process data, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and ensuring products, equipment, systems, and processes meet established quality standards. The ideal candidate will be hands‑on, independent, and comfortable working directly with hourly production staff during an off‑shift schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate quality objectives with manufacturing, engineering, and production teams.
• Support quality control and production assurance for engine assembly operations.
• Spend the majority of the shift on the production floor identifying and resolving quality issues in real time.
• Analyze assembly process data to identify trends, risks, and potential upcoming concerns.
• Review SPC data and work with manufacturing engineering to drive process improvements.
• Utilize advanced quality tools, including PFMEAs, to support a quality assembly process.
• Apply blueprint reading, GD&T knowledge, and CMM understanding to evaluate product integrity.
• Drive quality issues to closure through established feedback loops and corrective action processes.
• Develop and implement error‑proofing and mistake‑proofing solutions.
• Support daily shop floor meetings, shift handovers, and communication of open quality issues.
• Keep management informed of progress, developments, and pending problems.
• Facilitate quality improvement activities with cross‑functional partners.
• Build strong working relationships with operators and hourly production staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 2-4 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience working in a plant‑floor production environment.
• Experience with SPC data analysis.
• Experience using advanced quality tools, including PFMEAs.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Familiarity with CMM operations.
• Experience analyzing assembly process data to identify trends and drive corrective action.
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to drive issues to resolution under pressure.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and partnering with hourly production staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting engine assembly, powertrain, or automotive manufacturing operations.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, 8D, 5 Why, or similar quality methods.
• Strong continuous improvement mindset.
• Prior experience working night shift or off‑shift production support.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and take ownership of issues independently.