Quality Engineer

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Illinois, Bolingbrook
Mar 31, 2025
At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone, and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow. Job Posting Title Quality Engineer Job Description Summary #TeamAAM is looking for a Quality Engineer to join our team in Bolingbrook, IL on first shift. Ensures that products being built and processes being used adhere to all standards and requirements. Monitors engineering processes and products for adherence to company and regulatory standards and practices. Participates in quality-improvement initiatives and projects. Performs quality reviews and internal audits; evaluates data and writes reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards. Analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product. Recommends modifications to existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability. Job Description Design and implement quality processes and systems. Managed all aspects of customers PPAP, submissions and follow ups. Perform proactive risk assessment activities, including PFMEA. Utilize established (G8D, 5 Why's, C&E Diagrams) problem solving techniques. Develop quality standards and metrics. Perform calibration and close tolerance inspection of complex manufactured gages, components, and sub-assemblies. Train and monitor lower-level technicians in accordance with position HRQR's. Maintain product hold area, disposition parts, maintain appropriate documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production and development in gauging, new/revised documents and SPC. Update Statistical Information system to reflect accurate Process Control data and documentation of findings. Assist with QS documentation & proficient with Minitab software to perform process capability studies, GR&R's etc. Develop and implement Quality systems and processes to assure continued conformance to requirements and to advance Continuous Improvements efforts in order to make systems and procedures more effective and efficient. Develop documents linked to Process Flows, Control Plans, & PFMEAs and customer requirements. Create work instructions of gages/processes & train all supervisors and associates on all 3 shifts. Analyze quality data and identify areas for improvement. Conduct internal audits per audit schedule. Required Skills and Education Basic Qualifications: 3-5 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in a Manufacturing environment High School Diploma or GED Experienced with ISO/IATF standards, executing quality plans accordingly. Familiar with control plans, process control activities, and root cause analysis. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degreein Engineering or related field Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal Experience leading a team Experience using Plex This position has an estimated pay range of $70,000 to $95,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.In addition, this role is eligible for an annual target bonus of 7.5% based on individual and company performance. About AAM: As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com. Why Join #TeamAAM: As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world. AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.