Electrical Quality Engineer (Entry Level)

Job Title: Electrical Quality Engineer (Entry Level)

Location: 1000 Jeep Parkway Toledo, OH 43657 (Onsite)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Pay Rate - $20/hour on W2

Job Summary

We are seeking an Electrical Quality Engineer to support vehicle quality initiatives within a manufacturing assembly plant environment. This role serves as the "Voice of the Customer" by driving resolution of electrical quality concerns, investigating defects, analyzing warranty trends, and partnering with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have an Electrical Engineering background, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for working on the manufacturing floor to understand and improve the vehicle build process.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve vehicle electrical quality issues, warranty concerns, and customer-reported defects.
• Review warranty claims and quality data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, and Quality teams to improve product quality.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and support achievement of plant quality KPIs.
• Utilize FMEA and other risk assessment tools to identify and mitigate product and process risks.
• Support implementation of product and process changes through risk assessments and readiness reviews.
• Monitor defect containment activities and ensure nonconforming vehicles do not escape the manufacturing process.
• Support quality investigations related to recalls, customer satisfaction concerns, rapid service updates, and warranty issues.
• Participate in shop-floor troubleshooting activities and provide hands-on support to manufacturing operations.
• Prepare and present quality findings, corrective actions, and performance updates to management and cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 1 year of engineering, manufacturing, quality, or automotive-related experience (internships/co-ops considered).
• Experience with root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working extensively on the production floor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous automotive manufacturing or assembly plant experience.
• Experience with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, or Supplier Quality.
• Knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, PFMEA, and quality systems.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification.
• Experience resolving complex product quality issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Exposure to vehicle electrical systems, wiring harnesses, connectors, sensors, and electronic modules.

Desired Skills

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• FMEA / PFMEA
• Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)
• Quality Improvement
• Warranty Analysis
• Manufacturing Quality
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Continuous Improvement
• Automotive Electrical Systems
• Cross-Functional Leadership

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to build experience in automotive quality, manufacturing operations, problem-solving, and cross-functional engineering leadership within a fast-paced assembly plant environment.

GTech is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics as defined by federal, state or local laws.