• Advanced Quality Engineer

    GKN Automotive (Newton, NC)


    About Us

     

    GKN Automotive is a global leader in driveline systems, serving over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers. With operations in more than 20 countries, we design and deliver cutting-edge technologies that drive innovation and performance across the automotive industry.

    Position Summary

    We’re hiring an Advanced Quality Engineer to lead quality activities during new program launches and support ongoing manufacturing excellence. You’ll drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance with industry standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve internal and external quality issues. This role is hands-on, decision-driven, and central to delivering reliable, high-performance products.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

    + Automotive industry experience

    + Fluent in English; Spanish or German a plus

    + Six Sigma or Shainin certification

    Required Qualifications

    + 3–5 years in quality engineering (automotive or manufacturing)

    + ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 knowledge

    + Proficient in GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP

    + Skilled with metrology tools and quality systems

    Position Overview

    As an Advanced Quality Engineer, you’ll take ownership of quality tasks during new program launches, including capability analysis, Safe Launch planning, prototype builds, and supplier approvals. You’ll prepare and submit PPAPs to customers and lead problem-solving teams to address internal and external issues. Responsibilities also include evaluating process changes, managing deviations, and participating in design reviews and risk reduction activities.

     

    You’ll work directly with customers and collaborate closely with GKN operations, mechanical, and design engineering teams. Strong communication, multitasking, and time management skills are essential, along with proficiency in tools like Minitab, SAP, and structured problem-solving methods (8D, A3, Ishikawa, 5Why, QRQC).

     

    Travel is limited to 2–3 short trips per year. This is a high-impact role in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise will shape product quality and customer satisfaction.

     

    GKN Driveline provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or disability.