Drive Quality. Solve Problems. Shape the Future of Mobility.
Kia is looking for a Chassis & Powertrain Quality Engineer to help ensure our vehicles deliver the performance, reliability, and quality our customers expect. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys diagnosing vehicle issues, solving complex problems, and working with both traditional and emerging automotive technologies, including EV systems.
What You'll Do
- Review drawings and technical information to understand features and specifications of chassis components.
- Perform chassis evaluations of components including motors, transmissions, suspensions, brakes, including ride, handling, noise, vibration, and shift quality. Document concerns that do not achieve company specification or may not achieve customer expectations.
- Audit assembly processes to identify root causes of known, emerging, or new concerns. Communicate findings directly to responsible persons, work with stakeholders to develop countermeasures, and report findings.
- Collaborate with teams to investigate root causes of quality issues as they arise. Develop effective countermeasures based on investigation outcomes. Provide support in implementing solutions across relevant departments
- Maintain comprehensive records of concerns found during testing and auditing. Regularly update countermeasure data to reflect the latest findings and resolutions. Ensure that all documentation is easily accessible for review by relevant stakeholders.
- Generate detailed reports which identify trends and potential issues. Conduct in-depth analyses to uncover root causes of recurring problems. Distribute findings to relevant departments and assist in addressing requests for further analysis.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field and 3-5 years of progressive manufacturing experience, preferably within the automotive industry, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience.
- Hands-on knowledge of vehicle chassis and/or powertrain systems.
- Understanding of both ICE and EV vehicle technologies.
- Experience applying structured problem-solving methods such as 5 Why, 8D, and PDCA.
- Strong analytical, communication, and Microsoft Office skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed and travel occasionally (approximately 5%).
Skills:
- Experience working with spreadsheets, databases, and presentation applications and/or software.
- Experience with managing programs and projects
- Vehicle experience in the following areas is preferred (including on vehicle troubleshooting experience):
- - ICE Engines and EV Motors- Transmissions / Hybrid and EV power modules- Drive Train, including AWD systems, axles and differentials- Suspension systems and experience in high volume vehicle alignment processes- Brakes, foundation brake and ABS systems- Exhaust and Fuel Systems
Why Kia? Join a team that's helping shape the next generation of automotive technology. You'll work with innovative vehicle systems, solve challenging quality issues, and make a direct impact on the customer driving experience.
Pay: From $77,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please describe your hands-on experience with vehicle chassis and/or powertrain systems. Which of the following have you worked with: suspension, braking systems, engines, transmissions, drivetrains, hybrid systems, or EV systems?
- Do you have experience using structured problem-solving methodologies (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, or similar) to investigate and resolve quality issues? Please explain.
Ability to Commute:
- West Point, GA 31833 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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