Consultant - Quality Engineering; QE​/SQE​/SDE

Position: Consultant - Quality Engineering (QE/SQE/SDE)
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Marei Buderath HR USA

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Consultant - Quality Engineering (QE/SQE/SDE)

Industry

Automotive

Locations

Greenville (SC, USA), USA, Detroit (MI, USA)

What you'll do

Step into a high-impact role where you'll lead quality improvement initiatives and manage critical challenges to keep production and performance on track.

* Act as a trusted partner to suppliers, identifying improvement areas and driving Quality Improvement initiatives.

* Take ownership in Crisis Management situations, implementing rapid solutions to restore quality and delivery performance.

* Lead efforts during design and development phases to prevent defects, minimize risks, and ensure robust quality standards.

* Provide expert guidance to enhance processes and stabilize production and manufacturing operations.

* Drive continuous improvement programs focused on quality, cost, delivery, and sustainability metrics.

* Assess supplier capabilities, quality systems, and compliance standards.

* Conduct process and system audits in line with IATF, VDA, and ISO requirements.

* Communicate and collaborate directly with clients, presenting solutions and progress updates confidently.

Who you are

* You have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering or a comparable field.

* You bring 3+ years of experience in the automotive industry; EV-sector experience is a plus.

* You are passionate about Quality Improvement and skilled in implementing robust processes to prevent defects and enhance performance.

* You thrive in Crisis Management situations, staying calm under pressure and delivering rapid, effective solutions to stabilize production and restore delivery commitments.

* You have strong problem-solving skills and proven ability to conduct root cause analysis.

* Hands-on experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), testing methodologies, and compliance standards (IATF, VDA, ISO).

* Self-motivated and resilient with an entrepreneurial mindset-able to lead initiatives and adapt quickly in dynamic environments.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with powerful presentation abilities for client-facing interactions.

* Creative thinker who develops solutions when none seem obvious.

* Analytical and highly competent in Excel, Minitab, and ideally Power BI.

* Fluent in English;
German and Spanish are a plus.

* You are comfortable with extensive travel (up to 100% of your working time), typically Monday through Friday, depending on client and project needs.)

* You are legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Good to know

* We offer a competitive salary with bonus potential.

* You get up to 20 days PTO and 10 paid company holidays.

* You can get healthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching.

* We invest in your growth with mentorship and a strong learning culture.

* You contribute directly to advancing innovation in the sectors we operate in.

* You'll take ownership of your work and see the direct results of your efforts.

* We foster an entrepreneurial spirit-take initiative, own your ideas, and drive real impact.

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