Senior Product Quality Engineer - Automotive

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The Role

Job Title: Sr. Product Quality Engineer – Automotive

Location: Greensburg, Indiana, USA

Employment Type: Full Time

Authorised Work Status: US Citizen, Green Card Holder, or TN Visa only

Client Industry: This opportunity is within the Advanced Materials & Manufacturing sector, supporting the production of high-performance components used across sectors such as mobility, electronics, energy, and industrial applications.

The organisation is part of a global group known for innovation, quality, and sustainability across chemical and materials science.

Job Purpose:

As a Senior Quality & Launch Engineer, you’ll serve as the key quality interface between engineering, production, and customers.

You'll lead process qualification, new product launch readiness, and problem resolution activities in a precision manufacturing environment. You will also mentor junior team members and play a critical role in advancing internal quality systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program and implement CMM-based inspections
• Prepare and submit PPAP documentation in line with customer and internal quality requirements
• Lead or support APQP activities during new product development and launches
• Investigate and resolve quality issues in collaboration with engineering and production teams
• Interpret and apply GD&T principles to ensure product and process compliance
• Coordinate internal and external problem-solving initiatives (8D, root cause analysis)
• Conduct supplier audits and monitor corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement across processes, documentation, and standards
• Audit internal quality systems and recommend improvements
• Serve on the Material Review Board
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Quality Engineers, Technicians, and Inspectors
• Forecast and manage cost impacts associated with quality operations

Relocation:

• Preferred: Candidates located within 150 miles (Midwest region)
• Relocation benefits are offered on a case-by-case basis

Ideal Profile

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
• 4+ years in quality engineering roles
• 4+ years’ experience with PPAP and APQP, including new product launch
• 3+ years’ experience in CMM programming
• 2+ years working with GD&T, with strong ability to read technical drawings
• Background in complex manufacturing or production environments

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 standards
• Supplier quality audit experience
• Exposure to high-precision components (e.g., metal, powder metallurgy, advanced materials)

What's on Offer?

• Work alongside & learn from best in class talent
• Fantastic work culture
• A role that offers a breadth of learning opportunities