Prevention Quality Engineer
GKN Automotive
**About Us**
GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture, and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers.
**Position Summary**
As a Prevention Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring that our machining and assembly processes meet the highest quality standards from the start. You will proactively implement quality systems, prevent non-conformities, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced automotive environment and is passionate about driving quality excellence through structured problem-solving and collaboration.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Experience with Driveline Excellence System or similar quality frameworks
+ Familiarity with QRQC (Quick Response Quality Control) methodology
+ Strong analytical and decision-making skills in complex manufacturing environments
+ Demonstrated ability to lead quality improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent level in Engineering or a related field
+ 3 to 5 years of experience in the automotive industry
+ Hands-on experience in machining or assembly processes
+ Knowledge of Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC)
+ Solid understanding of SPC (Statistical Process Control)
+ Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards
+ Experience in problem-solving methodologies
+ Valid visa and passport (important for travel or customer visits)
+ Fluent in English (minimum 80% proficiency, spoken and written)
**Position Overview**
In this role, you will ensure the conformity of manufacturing processes and the correct first-time delivery of products to customers. You will be responsible for developing inspection and testing methods, maintaining documentation, and coordinating containment activities to prevent non-conforming parts from leaving the plant. You will also conduct audits, support the Quality Management System (QMS), and contribute to the development of new policies and procedures.
You’ll be expected to demonstrate GKN Automotive’s core values:
+ **Ingenious** : Solve complex problems, drive continuous improvement, and make effective decisions
+ **Collaborative** : Build trust, show self-awareness, and support talent development
+ **Principled** : Be accountable, manage challenging conversations, and uphold integrity
+ **Driven** : Embrace new technologies, act with urgency, and pursue opportunities
This position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact product quality and customer satisfaction. If you’re ready to take on new challenges and grow your career in a global leader in automotive technology, we encourage you to apply.
GKN Driveline provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or disability.
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