Senior Project Quality Lead – APQP & CI

Wabtec; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec in Duncan, SC is seeking a Project Quality Leader to drive quality across multiple programs from design through production. You will lead project quality engineers, implement APQP, manage customer relationships, and guide quality planning while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in quality, and expertise in APQP, QRQC, 8D, PDCA, FTA, and FMEA. Travel is ~20% and you’ll collaborate across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of Quality experience.
• Experience in project management environments.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, QRQC, 8D, PDCA, FTA, FMEA and auditing.
• Blueprint reading and measurement techniques.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project quality engineers and quality planning activities
• Drive APQP implementation and launch readiness
• Serve as primary customer quality contact
• Lead quality audits, FAIs, production transfers, and customer reviews
• Manage COPQ reduction initiatives and quality metrics
• Champion root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D
• Ensure compliance with QMS and customer requirements
• Recruit, coach, and develop employees

Skills

APQP

8D

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

Measurement techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

CQE (preferred)

Job description

Wabtec in Duncan, SC is seeking a Project Quality Leader to drive quality across multiple programs from design through production. You will lead project quality engineers, implement APQP, manage customer relationships, and guide quality planning while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in quality, and expertise in APQP, QRQC, 8D, PDCA, FTA, and FMEA. Travel is ~20% and you’ll collaborate across the organization.