Quality Engineer - Systems (Engineering)

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

The Quality Engineer role will implement, monitor, and improve the quality of our operational processes and products. The role will work with the local leadership team to implement quality measures, troubleshooting, and ensure that processes and products consistently meet established quality standards, with a focus on auditing and driving continuous improvement of the plant's manufacturing process.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the internal audit function for the quality system   
• Use the internal audit system to drive continuous improvement
• Manage the documentation change management system
• Participate in cross functional teams to develop of PFMEAs, control plans and work instructions, utilizing risk assessments to ensure process controls deliver continuous improvement and customer satisfaction 
• Perform MSA and capability studies of new and current gages and equipment.
• Address quality rejects including customer-returned material
• Assist and coach others in the use of statistical techniques
• Assist with process improvements and data analysis
• Conduct process capability studies and quality audits
• Conduct and participate in customer visits and reviews
• Other duties as required

Skills Required:

• Experience with FMEAs, Process Control Plans, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong project management skills and leadership abilities
• Proficient in the use of Minitab or other statistical analysis programs
• Proficient in the understanding of Engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
• Proficient in understanding of APQP and program management techniques

Typical Experience Required/Preferred (include management experience or other specifics):

• Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical engineering, with 2-5 years of experience required.
  • Work experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, with experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in Quality related statistics.
• Certified Quality Auditor for IATF-16949 preferred, or attained within one year of hire/placement.
• Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.