BorgWarner · 2 days ago
Advanced Quality Engineer
Dixon, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expBorgWarner is a global leader in automotive technology, and they are seeking an Advanced Quality Engineer to ensure quality standards in application programs. The role involves driving discipline within cross-functional teams, overseeing quality processes, and leading audits while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingService Industry
Responsibilities
Responsible of application programs by driving discipline within the programs team (CFT) to provide expected deliverables on time by following the defined APQP process (PDP / NPDP)
Drive the qualitative content of product and process design deliverables, working with cross functional teams on local programs
Focus on the design for manufacturing and assembly developed within the D/PMEA and Control Plan for local application programs to ensure plant performance and customer requirements are met at SOP
Serve as the quality responsible and Voice of Quality (VOQ) in APQP / program management for application programs, D / PFMEA and control plan, and PPAP
Ensure that BorgWarner processes, standards, and program specific requirements are implemented and followed
Obtain and cascade customer specific quality requirements for the program and convert into deliverables for the project team / plant
Provide 100% oversight for all local APQP 8Ds
Conduct deep dives on global and focus programs (product and process validation and verification; PPAP)
Determine systemic failure lessons learned, read across, and front loading in APQP
Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout APQP
Drive run@rate targets
Monitor program KPIs with program team (CFT) and initiate actions if needed
Lead audits on local programs and develop corrective actions with the cross functional teams (e.g. Pre-Gate / Pre-EOT audits, Gate Reviews, Launch Audits (VDA 6.3, WeAR))
Escalate program specific quality risks into the organization
Serve as the primary quality contact for customers in all quality matters (e.g., claims of prototype parts, PPAP timing, Run@Rate timing, action plan status etc.)
Ensure the discipline in the program team (CFT) that all program deliverables of the (N)PDP / APQP process are available on time
Provide regular updates to the Program Manager / Advanced Quality Manager and / or the customer as to the project status
Assume plant quality engineer role by Initiating, leading, and tracking progress of customer and Internal 8-D Corrective and Preventative Actions; Participating on teams and assist with action as required; Administering and supporting BW Customer and Supplier PPAP processes; Supporting BW change management process; Leading and participating in Advance Product Quality Planning development for new product launches and existing production lines; Analyzing and evaluating customer warranty data for trends and impact; Overseeing product analysis process through destructive and non-destructive methods; Developing and administering reliability analysis to support predictive quality planning and product validation testing methods and results; Executing and managing process qualification through quality measures; Developing and maintaining procedures that support quality system requirements; Providing technical leadership, training, and lessons learned through effective teamwork and communications to manufacturing, suppliers, customers, peers, and management team; Leading and participating in issue resolution as needed; Fostering culture of safety by use of required PPE, following safety rules and procedures, and training others, as well as, ensuring compliance with plant code of conduct, attendance at safety and health training sessions and housekeeping practices
Serve as the PFMEA and Change Management Coordinator
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Technology or Automotive Engineering
36 months of experience in job offered or related position in automotive manufacturing quality
Experience using automotive core tools (APQP, MSA, PPAP, FMEA, SPC) and methodology
Experience with DFM/A
Experience supporting strategic change, restructuring, and identifying and diagnosing challenging operational issues and opportunities
Experience with the APQP process with an automotive OEM
Experience with Six Sigma Green Belt methodologies
Experience reading and analyzing mechanical drawings
Experience applying multiple mechanical measurement technics (CMM, round scan, contour graph, surface roughness, m/c, plug/thread gauges)
Experience using tools such as 8D / 8 Steps, 5 Whys, Quality Alerts to resolve quality issues
Company
BorgWarner
BorgWarner is an automotive supplier of mobility solutions for the vehicle market.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationAdvanced Propulsion Centre UKUS Department of Energy
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2023-04-19Grant· $1.86M
2023-03-24Grant
Leadership Team
Frédéric Lissalde
President and Chief Executive Officer
Joseph Fadool
President and CEO
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