Design Quality Engineer

VERNET LLC
Columbus, IN, United States
23 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Failure Mode Effects Analysis Statistical Process Control (SPC) Iq/oq/pq VDA 6.3

Job description

The Design Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring quality throughout the product lifecycle, from development to serial production, while acting as the primary interface with customers for quality-related topics. The role includes deployment of customer requirements, management of APQP/PPAP activities, resolution of customer issues, and implementation of continuous improvement actions to ensure product and process compliance with internal and external requirements.________________Key Responsibilities / Responsabilidades clave:

  • Deploy customer quality requirements during product and process development

  • Create and maintain Project Quality Plans

  • Lead APQP activities and ensure compliance with customer requirements

  • Perform risk analysis, Defect elimination plan, Design and Process FMEA

  • Validate prototype builds and product/process qualification

  • Develop control plans and First piece Last Piece check list

  • Lead claim analysis during development.

  • Manage Customer PPAP.

  • Manage supplier PPAP & supplier process qualification.

  • Ensure compliance with REACH, ROHS, IMDS requirements and other regulation and give evidence to customers.

  • Other duties as assigned.______________

Requirements

3 years of experience in the Quality Department within aerospace or automotive industry.______________ Education / Educación: Master degree in Engineering or Quality______________________________________Skills and Attributes / Habilidades y atributos:

  • Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FAIR, D/PFMEA, Control Plans

  • Experience with SPC, MSA, capability analysis, and risk management

  • Problem-solving expertise (8D, root cause analysis)

  • Auditor knowledge (VDA 6.3, IATF 16949, AS9100)

  • Excellent communication and customer interface skills

  • Strong project management and prioritization abilities

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Paid parental leave
  • Parental leave
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account, * Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for over 50% of day

  • Frequently moves safely about the building to conduct business

  • Constantly must wear common protective or safety equipment - ANSI Z87.1 2003 standard safety glasses are required in plant

Must wear required protective equipment, including ANSI Z87.1-2003 standard safety glasses when in the plant / Debe usar el equipo de protección requerido, incluyendo gafas de seguridad que cumplen con la norma ANSI Z87.1-2003, cuando se encuentre en la planta.

Vernet US is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace. / Vernet US es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y anima a candidatos de todos los orígenes a presentar su solicitud. Estamos comprometidos con la creación de un entorno laboral diverso. Benefits: Join a supportive, dynamic workplace with global exposure and a strong commitment to your growth. We value work-life balance and invest in our people with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to advance your career.

  • Competitive salary
  • Three medical plan options, including an HSA-compatible plan
  • Comprehensive dental and vision coverage
  • Company-paid long-term disability and group life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, Flex Fridays Off, and 10 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • A culture rooted in integrity, respect, trust, and teamwork

This is more than a job-it’s an opportunity to grow, contribute, and thrive with a company that values you. Vernet US is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace. / Vernet US es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y anima a candidatos de todos los orígenes a presentar su solicitud. Estamos comprometidos con la creación de un entorno laboral diverso.

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