Advanced quality engineer at gentherm
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at gentherm, we develop advanced systems that deliver meaningful solutions to enhance health, wellness, comfort, and efficiency in everyday life.
impact and opportunity
the advanced quality engineer plays a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability for gentherm's products. The role is responsible for addressing all documents necessary for launch projects.
essential functions and responsibilities
* implement advanced quality planning methodologies to proactively identify and address potential quality issues in the product development phase.
* collaborate with program management, operations, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and supply chain teams to integrate quality considerations into the design and production processes.
* track and ensure timely completion of all quality planning requirements in the product development phases.
* implement tools and methodologies to identify, analyze, and prioritize risks throughout product development and manufacturing processes.
* support release of dv, pv, and start of production (sop) feasibility studies.
* develop, implement, coordinate, and continuously improve safe launch quality planning in cooperation with operations.
* support problem‑solving processes within the apqp phases ensuring proper and timely customer communication.
* ensure and/or support customer issue solving.
* work with the management system (ms)/audit team to ensure all apqp‑related processes meet quality standards (iatf 16949) and csr. Includes updates on aiag/vda manuals (e.g. Core tools, cqis, product audits).
* ensure advanced / process quality participation in pfmea development for early phases.
* support the definition and classification of product and process significant/critical characteristics (sc/cc) for prototype, pre‑production, and production + 90 days.
* ensure the safe launch process for sop + 90 days in situ and deployment of kpis for the core team involved.
* lead implementation of control plans for each development phase such as prototype, pre launch, safe launch and production (note: gentherm uses and needs to improve plato e1ns software usage).
* utilize data analytics and statistical methods (e.g., cp, cpk, pp, ppk) to analyze quality trends, identify root causes of issues, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
* ensure measurement system analysis (msa) studies for evaluation and measurement techniques indicated in the control plan for customer approval. Manage execution of variable/attribute gr&r studies for destructive and non‑destructive tests.
* support plant laboratories to develop resources to maintain new measurement systems implemented for each plant.
* support on layout process development to establish areas for boundary samples, gages, testing machines or other measurement/evaluation systems needed to release the product/process.
* drive a culture of continuous improvement, implementing best practices, and fostering a mindset of quality excellence across the organization.
minimum qualifications
* bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
* 5 years of relevant professional experience.
* several years of experience in a quality department.
* extensive experience in automotive quality.
* strong knowledge of quality management systems, industry standards, and automotive regulations.
* excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills, with a data‑driven approach to decision‑making.
* strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
* relevant certifications such as six sigma, quality engineer, are a plus.
* good command of the english language.
benefits and perks
at gentherm méxico, we offer more than a job — we provide a path to make a difference. With plants in acuña, celaya, and monterrey, we're strategically positioned in mexico's automotive industry and part of a global team shaping the future of mobility. We value innovative, execution‑driven talent and offer a safe, inclusive, and growth‑focused workplace where you can develop cutting‑edge automotive technologies.
gentherm is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
seniority level
* mid‑senior level
employment type
* full‑time
job function
* quality assurance and engineering
industries
* motor vehicle manufacturing
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