Quality Engineer

Tenneco; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure products, processes and quality systems meet customer, regulatory and company requirements. You will support new product launches, improve production quality and ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001 and AIAG Core Tools.

The role involves leading audits, developing control plans, PFMEA, PPAP submissions, and driving corrective actions using 8D, 5 Why and DMAIC methodologies. Strong anatomy of GD&T and CMM inspection is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• ASQ CQE and/or CQA certifications preferred.
• IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001 Auditor Certification preferred.
• 3+ years in quality engineering, quality control, or manufacturing/process control.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA.
• Experience with PPAP submissions and customer portals.
• CMM programming and inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, Control Plans, and related documentation.
• Lead APQP activities and support new product launches, including PPAP submissions and PFMEA development.
• Prepare and submit PPAP documentation (18 elements).
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, DMAIC, and similar methodologies.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for customer concerns, complaints, and escalations.
• Analyze quality metrics, scrap, rework, and customer complaint data to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead scrap reduction and process capability improvement projects.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to improve quality performance.
• Promote a culture focused on defect prevention and customer satisfaction.
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Program and operate CMM equipment for dimensional inspections, layout reviews, and PPAP validation

Skills

Quality engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Process control

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering

CQE certification

CQA certification

IATF 16949/ISO 9001 auditor cert.

Tools

CMM programming

Job description

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

About The Role

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring products, processes, and quality systems meet customer, regulatory, and company requirements. This position supports new product launches, production quality improvements, customer satisfaction, and compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, AIAG Core Tools, and customer-specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Develop and maintain quality procedures, work instructions, Control Plans, and related documentation.
• Lead APQP activities and support new product launches, including, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, PPAP submissions and supporting development of PFMEA.
• Prepare and submit PPAP documentation (18 elements).
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, DMAIC, and similar methodologies.
• Serve as the primary quality contact for customer concerns, complaints, and escalations.
• Analyze quality metrics, scrap, rework, and customer complaint data to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead scrap reduction and process capability improvement projects.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to improve quality performance.
• Support gauge calibration, MSA studies, and Gauge R&R activities.
• Train employees on quality procedures, inspection methods, and problem-solving techniques.
• Promote a culture focused on defect prevention and customer satisfaction.
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Program and operate CMM equipment for dimensional inspections, layout reviews, and PPAP validation

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) preferred
• IATF 16949 and/or ISO 9001 Auditor Certification preferred
• CMM – experience
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering, quality control, manufacturing engineering, or process control.
• Automotive, Tier 1 supplier, OEM, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AIAG Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA.
• Experience with PPAP submissions and customer portals.
• CMM programming and inspection experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.
• Experience leading corrective action and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Union manufacturing experience preferred.

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities