Quality Engineer Co-Op - Automotive QA & Process Improvement

Valeo; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Valeo North America is seeking a Quality Engineer Co-Op for the January 2027 rotation at our Hamilton, Ohio manufacturing facility. You will support quality engineering activities in an automotive setting, collaborating with quality, manufacturing, engineering and supplier teams to drive defect reduction and process improvement.

The role involves developing and maintaining quality plans, assisting with root-cause analysis (8D), and applying tools like FMEA, SPC, control plans, MSA and 8D.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with good communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to multitask and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and maintenance of quality control plans and procedures.
• Assist root cause analysis and corrective actions (8D) for quality issues.
• Support product and process validation through testing and data analysis.
• Analyze quality performance data to identify trends and risks.
• Assist supplier quality activities including audits and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and production teams to improve processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Related technical field (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Valeo North America is seeking a Quality Engineer Co-Op for the January 2027 rotation at our Hamilton, Ohio manufacturing facility. You will support quality engineering activities in an automotive setting, collaborating with quality, manufacturing, engineering and supplier teams to drive defect reduction and process improvement.

The role involves developing and maintaining quality plans, assisting with root-cause analysis (8D), and applying tools like FMEA, SPC, control plans, MSA and 8D.