About the role
ABOUT US Laepple Automotive is a leading supplier in the automotive industry, specializing in high-quality components and systems for body manufacturing. Our innovative technologies and efficient production processes set benchmarks in the industry. To grow our team in Detroit, we are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dimensional Quality Engineer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for correlation/linearity studies, dimensional report creation, statistical process control analysis, gauge and fixture design, set-up and qualification, design change recommendations and proposals, and control plan creation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Review part and assembly data using data collection software (Polyworks) by reviewing design requirements and support with tolerance reviews and creation of dimensional reports. * Prepare presentations summarizing results, findings and next steps. * Communicate between cross-functional teams to drive dimensional quality improvements, completing root cause analysis and providing corrective and preventative actions. * Support new product launches, continuous improvement initiatives, and troubleshooting related to dimensional quality engineering responsibilities. * Support with risk assessment and mitigation activities by anticipating potential problems and implementing preventative actions. * Contribute to root cause analysis process by reviewing, auditing and collecting information on manufacturing processes, design specifications, quality system, and detection methods. * Create and train new dimensional quality processes and detection methods. * Support manufacturing control plan and PFMEA creation and improvements developing dimensional control plan definition, execution and implementation. * Conduct and analyze Gauge R&R tests on various measuring equipment. * Oversee new measurement equipment validations and lead new measurement equipment initiatives to meet dimensional standards. * Update quality documentation and communicate to carry forward all lessons learned from quality concerns. * Ensure KPIs are met by working to the overall plan. * Report out on achievement of targets and identify any actions required. * Adhere to workplace safety regulations. * Other duties and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or other related field. * GD&T certification. * Minimum of 3 years experience in dimensional testing and analysis in the automotive manufacturing industry. * Experience with Polyworks software and laser scanning. * Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience presenting to cross-functional teams. * Excellent organizational and follow-up skills. * Experienced problem solver and team builder. * Experience developing processes and dimensional specifications. * Proven experience dealing with customers and suppliers.