Launch Quality Engineer - Senior

The Senior Launch Quality Engineer will own quality-related launch activities, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with customer and industry standards. The role requires strong collaboration with engineering, operations, training, and customer teams to establish reliable processes and continuously improve performance.

• Lead quality engineering activities throughout launch phases, acting as a key representative for the quality function.
• Gather, analyze, and communicate customer and operational data to support problem-solving and decision-making.
• Execute launch readiness activities, including new hire training, production support, validation activities, and product containment when required.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including APQP, PFEP, PFMEA, process control plans, flow charts, and related launch materials.
• Collaborate with site quality and engineering teams to ensure customer requirements and quality expectations are achieved.
• Provide on-site support during major launches and steady-state operations.
• Develop training materials, exercises, and standard work instructions to improve operational consistency.
• Maintain training scorecards and support workforce development initiatives.
• Drive regional quality initiatives, standardization efforts, and implementation of best practices.
• Analyze existing processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, reliability, and quality performance.
• Support the adoption of emerging technologies and innovative approaches in operational training environments.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced quality professional with a strong background in launch processes, manufacturing, logistics, or other complex operational environments. You should have the ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and apply structured quality methodologies to real-world challenges.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a quality role within automotive, medical devices, logistics, manufacturing, or a similar environment.
• Strong understanding of structured quality launch processes, including APQP methodologies and quality tools such as PFMEA, control plans, and process mapping.
• Knowledge of international quality standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
• Experience interpreting quality standards, inspection requirements, and technical documentation.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective training programs for operational teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities when working with customers, operations teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Experience with production floor training software or digital learning tools is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50% across North America to support launches and projects.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work within a growing global organization focused on innovation and operational excellence.
• Remote work flexibility with travel opportunities across North America.
• Career development opportunities and support for professional growth.
• Exposure to large-scale supply chain, logistics, and technology-driven operations.
• Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and employee development.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact customer programs and complex operational launches.