Quality Engineer: Automotive NVH & Process Improvement

Wolverine Advanced Materials, LLC; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolverine Advanced Materials in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Quality Engineer to support, plan, develop, and maintain quality systems across the manufacturing process.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to mentor quality lab staff and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 standards. This on-site role requires travel as needed and a focus on data-driven quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in related field.
• Experience in Quality Engineering; a metallurgical background is a plus but not required.
• Strong knowledge of and experience applying problem-solving and statistical tools, including DOE, FMEA, Six Sigma, internal IATF 16949 auditing, Control Plans, Corrective Action Reporting, MSA/Gage R&R, APQP, PPAP, Lean methodologies, and Layered Process Audits (LPA).
• ASQ certification (CQE, CQM, or SSBB) preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and multi-task while maintaining established quality standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with all levels of personnel, including customers.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to customers and suppliers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare required PPAP documentation, including PFMEA, control charts, capability studies, dimensional data, and certifications.
• Collect and analyze statistical data related to process performance; report on and recommend areas for improvement.
• Lead and support problem solving of customer complaints using root cause analysis and tools such as 5 Whys, 8D, and Fishbone to resolve and prevent recurrence.
• Review specifications, blueprints, and customer requirements, and develop associated inspection procedures.
• Support the Quality Manager with monthly reporting and provide weekly/monthly quality reports to the organization.
• Serve as Quality Manager or Department Head in the Quality Manager's absence.
• Support the organization's IATF 16949 Quality Management System, including internal and external auditing.
• Monitor incoming (receiving) quality and provide direction and training on inspection and disposition of incoming product.
• Design part-specific gauges and fixtures and participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Support the facility's measurement systems, including MSA, calibration, annual validations, and workforce training.
• Supervise and mentor Quality Lab and Auditing personnel and activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

DOE

FMEA

Six Sigma

IATF 16949 auditing

PPAP

MSA/Gage R&R

APQP

Control Plans

LPA

Job description

Wolverine Advanced Materials in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Quality Engineer to support, plan, develop, and maintain quality systems across the manufacturing process.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to mentor quality lab staff and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 standards. This on-site role requires travel as needed and a focus on data-driven quality improvements.