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Position Overview

International’s IC Bus Plant is growing, and we’re looking for a Quality Engineer who’s passionate about solving problems, preventing defects, and protecting the customer. In this role, you’ll be a trusted quality partner to manufacturing, engineering, and program team - leading investigations, influencing decisions, and turning data into action. You’ll play a critical role in both day-to-day quality execution and future-focused initiatives, including new product introductions, where proactive risk prevention and disciplined problem-solving are key. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, thrives in complexity, and wants to make a visible impact on product and process quality.

The IC Bus Plant runs a 4x10 production schedule (Mon-Thurs, 5:00AM – 3:30PM).This role will support production and may need to cover production recovery times including Fridays and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

+ Lead investigations into product and process issues, using structured problem-solving to identify root causes and drive lasting solutions

+ Facilitate cross-functional teams to implement effective corrective and preventive actions

+ Actively participate in product design reviews and program discussions to surface risks early and ensure they are addressed

+ Develop, implement, and continuously improve quality methods, procedures, and equipment to strengthen product and process capability

+ Provide technical quality expertise to support certification efforts, cost reduction initiatives, and warranty improvement

+ Lead PFMEA sessions and process risk assessments for new product introductions, ensuring risks are proactively mitigated

+ Identify process vulnerabilities and establish measurement routines for critical parts and characteristics

+ Promote a preventive, risk-based quality mindset that goes beyond deviation management and aligns with the “Profit and Loss - P&L Way”

+ Monitor, analyze, and communicate key quality metrics, including defect rates and warranty trends

+ Drive error-proofing strategies and support the deployment of torque strategies for critical joints

+ Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure robust control plans are developed, implemented, and sustained

Minimum Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of Engineering, Reliability, or Quality Assurance experience

OR

+ Master's degree and at least 1 year of Engineering, Reliability, or Quality Assurance experience

OR

+ At least 5 years of Engineering, Reliability, or Quality Assurance experience

Additional Requirements

+ Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

+ Strong problem-solving skills with experience using structured root cause analysis methodologies

+ Hands-on experience in manufacturing, quality, or product development environments

+ Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel and Minitab

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, including GD&T - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

+ Confident communicator who can collaborate, influence, and build alignment across functions

+ Self-directed and comfortable working independently while managing complex priorities

+ Curious, proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and prevention

+ Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

+ Experience mentoring or providing informal guidance to peers is a plus

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.

For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge and experience.

You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

Company Overview

ABOUT TRATON

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

ABOUT INTERNATIONALFrom a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com (https://www.international.com/our-company) .

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email [email protected] to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.