Quality Engineer; Automotive Tier 1

Quality Engineer (Automotive Tier
1)

Webasto Americas is hiring a Quality Engineer to advance mobility technology and provide sustainable solutions.

Lexington, KY • $80,000.00 – $95,000.00
• Full‑time
• Mid‑Senior level

• Establish and maintain laboratory methods, product certifications, and ensure compliance with applicable government and customer regulations.
• Analyze and resolve product issues with suppliers and customers, prioritizing actions based on severity, risk, and customer impact.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support quality planning during new product development and provide post‑SOP quality support.
• Create and maintain control plans, inspection instructions, PPAP documentation, and ISIR data approvals.
• Implement warranty reduction initiatives and provide certification and validation for new gauges and quality equipment.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities using structured problem‑solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5‑Why, Fishbone).
• Monitor, analyze, and report quality performance metrics and trends to drive continuous improvement and sustained compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience, with 3+ years in quality roles within automotive production.
• Certified Quality Engineer preferred, with knowledge of FMVSS/ECE certification, laboratory operation (A2LA), metrology, and CMM.
• Proficient in Statistical Process Control (SPC), geometric tolerancing, and blueprint reading.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with experience performing process capability and laboratory tests.
• Team‑oriented mindset; knowledge of automotive glass and glass lamination processes is a plus.

• Competitive pay
• Health coverage for you and your family
• Generous vacation days each year
• Paid wellness time and 14 paid company holidays
• 401k with company match

Webasto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.

Marisa Tavolacci, People & Organization – Lexington, KY