Tenneco · 1 day ago
Quality Engineer
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTenneco is a manufacturing company located in Blacksburg, Virginia, and they are seeking a Quality Engineer. This role is responsible for ensuring that all products manufactured meet customer requirements and internal quality standards, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with various departments to maintain quality processes.
AutomotiveIndustrial DesignIndustrial ManufacturingInnovation ManagementManufacturingOperating SystemsProduct Design
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary quality contact for assigned manufacturing areas and customer accounts
Investigate product nonconformances, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions using tools such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone
Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards
Support customer audits, internal audits, and layered process audits
Review and approve PPAP documentation, control plans, FMEAs, and work instructions
Monitor and analyze quality metrics (scrap, defects per million, rework, etc.) to identify trends and drive process improvement
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Maintenance to ensure process capability and control
Lead containment and disposition of suspect or nonconforming material
Participate in launch readiness reviews, capability studies, and new product introductions
Support training and development of associates in quality awareness, inspection standards, and defect prevention
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field required
Minimum of 3 years of quality experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment
Working knowledge of IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, SPC, and MSA
Proficient in reading blueprints and using measurement systems (calipers, micrometers, CMM, etc.)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, statistical software, and ERP/QMS systems
Preferred
ASQ CQE certification preferred but not required
Company
Tenneco
Tenneco is a manufacturing company that designs and markets automotive products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800MKey Investors
Apollo
2025-02-24Private Equity
2022-02-23Acquired
2021-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $800M
Leadership Team
Chintan Sopariwala
Executive Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer
John Patouhas CPA, CGMA
Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
Recent News
Tenneco Automotive Operating Company Inc.
2025-12-02
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