Quality Engineer 1

DENSO; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% Company Match

Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays

Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development and OngoingTraining

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

DENSO is seeking a Quality Engineer in Battle Creek, MI, to lead process changes and ensure alignment with IATF 16949 and customer requirements.

You will drive risk-based decision making, manage PCRs and FMEA updates, and support APQP/PPAP activities during launches. Strong cross-functional collaboration and data-driven problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949 and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Experience managing process changes in high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead process change management activities for product, process, equipment, material, and supplier changes.
• Ensure changes comply with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Facilitate and approve change control documentation, including PCRs, DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plan updates.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure mitigation plans are implemented prior to change approval.
• Support APQP/PPAP activities related to changes, including run-at-rate, validation builds, and capability studies.
• Coordinate cross-functional reviews with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Supplier Quality, and Operations.
• Interface with customers on process change notifications, approvals, and audits.
• Lead or support internal and external audits related to process changes.
• Analyze quality data and trends to verify change effectiveness and prevent recurrence of issues.
• Support launch readiness and production stability following approved changes.

Skills

Quality engineer

Cross-functional leadership

Risk assessment

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process change management activities for product, process, equipment, material, and supplier changes
• Ensure all changes comply with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards
• Facilitate and approve change control documentation, including:
  • Process Change Requests (PCRs)
  • DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plan updates
  • Work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure mitigation plans are implemented prior to change approval
• Support APQP/PPAP activities related to changes, including run-at-rate, validation builds, and capability studies
• Coordinate cross-functional reviews with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Supplier Quality, and Operations
• Interface with customers on process change notifications, approvals, and audits
• Lead or support internal and external audits related to process changes
• Analyze quality data and trends to verify change effectiveness and prevent recurrence of issues
• Support launch readiness and production stability following approved changes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field
• 3+ years of Quality Engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • IATF 16949 and core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
  • Change management and risk-based decision making
  • Automotive customer-specific requirements
• Experience managing process changes in high-volume manufacturing
• Proficient in quality documentation, data analysis, and reporting tools
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
• Familiarity with launch management and production transfers
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
• Experience with supplier change management and audits
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Key Competencies

• Structured problem solving
• Attention to detail and strong documentation discipline
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Strong risk assessment and decision-making skills
• Proactive mindset with a focus on quality and prevention

Benefits Summary

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
• 401K with 4% Company Match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Ongoing Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary: $70,000 - $87,000