P100892 Perceived Quality Engineer

Perceived Quality Engineer

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances. At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere.

We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Perceived Quality Engineer is a key role within the Studio Craftsmanship team and is largely responsible for the design execution of our products live up to our brand's commitment to our customers. This role touches all areas of the design and development process and directly affects the product and customer experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop a comprehensive master deck outlining specifications for all visible part interfaces and ensure alignment between Studio and Engineering inputs.
• Define fit and finish targets, coordinate cross-functional teams, and guide Interior and Exterior & Accessory developments based on program requirements.
• Recommend alternative surface designs, cutlines, and interface solutions to the Design Studio to achieve improved perceived quality using proven methods.
• Provide the CAS team with guidance on minimum section requirements based on material properties and manufacturing processes.
• Conduct competitor vehicle benchmarking relevant to project objectives and deliver detailed analyses to engineering and design teams.
• Lead issue identification and resolution efforts during prototype builds.
• Convert feasibility requirements into clear and actionable direction for the Studio team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Engineering or technical discipline, Masters preferred.
• 5+ years' experience with Perceived Quality Standards at a global Automotive company.
• Minimum of 2 full program cycle experience from concept to production launch in automotive Exterior and Interior Components and Systems.
• Knowledge of part and assembly tolerance stack analysis.
• Proficient+ experience in Catia or similar CAD software.
• Proficient understanding of GD&T.
• Strong competency in materials selection, plastic injection molding/DFM, and GD&T.
• Strong statistical awareness and vision of what high quality looks like.
• Strong understanding of the material impact on overall craftsmanship and perceived quality.
• Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gauges is preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, technically proficient, can influence others, has excellent communication skills, ability to create strong relationships, is process driven, extremely well-organized, and inquisitive.

Location:

Gardena, CA

Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at .

Rewards:

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401k
• Term life, voluntary life and disability insurance
• Optional pre-paid legal plan
• Optional identity theft plan
• Optional medical and dependent FSA
• Work-visa sponsorship
• Opportunity for advancement
• Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client

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