Quality Engineer – Automotive Launch & Process Improvement

HTI; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

JTEKT North America leads automotive systems and bearing solutions at our Piedmont, SC facility. We seek a Quality Engineer to support high-volume manufacturing, improving product quality and customer satisfaction.

You will drive APQP/PPAP, CAPA, and process validation, partnering with engineering and production to scale improvements and launches. Strong problem-solving, SPC, and GD&T skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field; 4+ years in manufacturing quality, automotive preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and IATF 16949; GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience with structured problem-solving methods (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, SPC) and Lean tools.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing quality activities and investigations using structured methods.
• Develop and maintain Control Plans, PFMEAs, inspection plans, and quality documentation.
• Lead APQP/PPAP activities for new and existing products and drive CAPA effectiveness.
• Analyze SPC data and process trends to identify opportunities and support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, maintenance, suppliers, and customers to resolve issues.
• Support launches, engineering changes, and internal/external quality audits.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

SPC

GD&T

8D

MSA

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate degree with equivalent experience

Job description

JTEKT North America leads automotive systems and bearing solutions at our Piedmont, SC facility. We seek a Quality Engineer to support high-volume manufacturing, improving product quality and customer satisfaction.

You will drive APQP/PPAP, CAPA, and process validation, partnering with engineering and production to scale improvements and launches. Strong problem-solving, SPC, and GD&T skills are essential for success.