Launch Quality Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. General Motors scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job Description
Launch Quality Engineer- Factory Zero
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Detroit/Hamtramck plant location
Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
The Role:
The Launch Quality Engineer will be responsible for leading and delivering the body & exterior systems and components as well as ensuring conformance of NVH, Wind & Water Performance to factory zero by meeting all manufacturing integration requirements with Quality on time by collaborating with SMT DRE's, IRT, VSE, Development team, Program team, Manufacturing Core Team, Launch Coordinators etc. Manage daily requests for problem solving issues affecting production and warranty. In a similar manner, present the Assembly Plant and Engineering Staff with clear problem definition and technical guidance on issues affecting throughput till steady state production and metrics are met. The individual will also be responsible for overlooking BIW stamping facilities (internal & external) & Exterior component suppliers have quality systems in place to ensure defect free shipments to the assembly plant by working with respective SQE's.
What You'll Do:
- Develop quality standards and procedures for the plant during Weld assessments.
- Engage in CIT meetings to provide key mentorship to Body in white (BIW) & Exterior from a manufacturing integration perspective.
- Work with PPO QE, CME, IRT, DRE's during IV (Integration vehicle) builds, document all issues on Easel board and PRC/PRTS.
- Work closely with Vehicle Performance Engineers to ensure manufactured product is complying to the VTS and use their support as required for vehicle performance concerns identified.
- Effectively engage in IRT, VIRT meetings to drive all open Easel board, PRTS issues to closure at the earliest and call out issues that need help.
- Generate unique technical solutions applying 7 Diamonds Process, Red X and other tools as applicable.
- Work with suppliers and engineering to develop inspection standards for parts and subassemblies, address SPPS/PRR issues, and ensure robust countermeasures are implemented.
- Share lessons learned with Engineering & plants with similar products to prevent repeat design or build issues.
- Review of nonconforming parts and sub-assemblies for accurate initial disposition and root cause follow-up.
- Coordinate periodic system and process audits at the plant and at suppliers.
- Coordinate quality evaluation of new vehicles with engineering and production, as well as the engineering change implementation- TWO, EWO etc.
- Manage a clean transition of components with zero open item to continuous improvement after launch team release.
- Write/Audit Product Quality Standards (PQS).
- Support SCCT/PIR/OIR meetings for potential safety issues.
- Performance issue resolver at plant primarily for NVH, Wind noise & water leaks.
- Work Off-Shifts as required
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in Automotive Engineering space
- Thorough understanding of welding, stamping, body framing & Exterior systems (Fascia, Moldings, Wiper & Washer System, Exterior Lighting), NVH, Wind & Water Performance
- Demonstrate ability to attain results, while balancing technical solutions with business imperatives (cost, mass, quality, performance)
- Must excel at problem solving - root cause, containment, robust long-term solutions
- Thorough understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimension & Tolerance)
- Understanding of lean manufacturing concepts
- Thorough understanding and capacity to effectively operate in all areas of the launch and plant production process
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Advanced degree in Engineering.
- 5+ years in an Automotive Engineering space
- Quality Engineer/Red X Journeyman/DFSS black belt certification.
- Knowledge of PPQP, APQP, PPAP requirements.
- Good understanding of SPC and Supplier Audit exp
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy.
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