Senior Quality Engineer - Automotive IATF/ISO Excellence

Dana Incorporated; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead the development and continuous improvement of quality systems in support of driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies. The role focuses on root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and APQP activities to ensure product/process readiness and robust quality performance.

The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers, drive cross-functional collaboration, and monitor KPIs to reduce defects and improve reliability across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 7+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee quality systems and documentation in alignment with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Ensure robust quality planning during product launches and engineering changes.
• Lead complex investigations into product and process non-conformances using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys).
• Ensure timely and effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate and execute APQP deliverables including FMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product and process readiness.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as scrap rates, customer complaints, and audit findings.
• Use statistical analysis to identify trends and lead continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to Quality Engineers and Technicians.
• Support training initiatives and promote a culture of quality throughout the organization.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

MSA

SPC

Control Plans

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree / 4+ years experience

7+ years experience

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead the development and continuous improvement of quality systems in support of driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies. The role focuses on root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and APQP activities to ensure product/process readiness and robust quality performance.

The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers, drive cross-functional collaboration, and monitor KPIs to reduce defects and improve reliability across