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Senior Group Leader, Manufacturing Quality Engineering
Posted: 07/06/2026
Job Number: 57668061
Job Description
Senior Group Leader, Manufacturing Quality Engineering
We are seeking a Senior Group Leader, Manufacturing Quality Engineering to lead a highly technical, cross-functional quality organization across manufacturing and vehicle systems. This critical leadership role is responsible for driving alignment of quality strategy, ensuring successful product and plant launches, and building a strong, data-driven quality culture across all operations.
This leader will serve as the primary escalation point for manufacturing quality risks and partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, EHS, and Executive Leadership to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality products.
What You’ll DoLeadership & StrategyLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional Manufacturing Quality Engineering team across multiple domains. Define and execute the manufacturing quality strategy in alignment with business objectives, product roadmap, and launch timelines.Serve as the primary escalation point for quality risks, systemic issues, and cross-functional concerns while promoting a preventative, data-driven quality culture across all manufacturing operations.
Manufacturing & Launch SupportEnsure quality readiness for new product, process, and plant launches through proactive risk identification and mitigation. Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to ensure robust process capability and control.Drive containment actions, root cause analysis, and implementation of permanent corrective actions for quality issues impacting production or customers.Quality Systems & ComplianceEnsure consistent application of automotive quality standards, methodologies, and regulatory requirements across the organization. Maintain compliance with IATF 16949 and other applicable safety and regulatory standards.Lead audits, internal assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen and sustain the Quality Management System (QMS).
Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, EHS, Program Management, and Executive Leadership to drive alignment, resolve issues, and support operational excellence.
Scope of LeadershipOversee Quality Engineering support across:Manufacturing Quality Engineering – General Assembly, Body, Chassis, and Propulsion
Manufacturing Quality Engineering – Coatings, E-Coat, and Sealing
Bonding & Adhesives Quality Engineering
Powertrain, Energy, and Drive Systems Quality Engineering
Electrical / Electronic & Software (EE/SW) Quality Engineering
Regulatory & Compliance Quality Engineering
Problem Solving and Quality Training Programs
What You’ll Bring
Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, Master’s degree with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years (or equivalent experience). Proven experience leading large, multidisciplinary quality engineering organizations in a manufacturing environment.Strong background supporting vehicle, system, or plant launches.Technical ExpertiseDeep working knowledge of automotive quality systems and tools, including IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, MSA, and SPC. Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, A3, or DMAIC.Leadership CompetenciesStrong judgment, executive-level communication, and decision-making capability. Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Track record of influencing cross-functional teams, driving alignment, and leading through complexity and change.
CompensationBase Salary Range (Annual):
$114,612 – $143,265 – $171,918 USDCompensation is determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, location, and overall business considerations.
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We are seeking a Senior Group Leader, Manufacturing Quality Engineering to lead a highly technical, cross-functional quality organization across manufacturing and vehicle systems. This critical leadership role is responsible for driving alignment of quality strategy, ensuring successful product and plant launches, and building a strong, data-driven quality culture across all operations.
This leader will serve as the primary escalation point for manufacturing quality risks and partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, EHS, and Executive Leadership to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality products.
What You’ll DoLeadership & StrategyLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional Manufacturing Quality Engineering team across multiple domains. Define and execute the manufacturing quality strategy in alignment with business objectives, product roadmap, and launch timelines.Serve as the primary escalation point for quality risks, systemic issues, and cross-functional concerns while promoting a preventative, data-driven quality culture across all manufacturing operations.
Manufacturing & Launch SupportEnsure quality readiness for new product, process, and plant launches through proactive risk identification and mitigation. Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering teams to ensure robust process capability and control.Drive containment actions, root cause analysis, and implementation of permanent corrective actions for quality issues impacting production or customers.Quality Systems & ComplianceEnsure consistent application of automotive quality standards, methodologies, and regulatory requirements across the organization. Maintain compliance with IATF 16949 and other applicable safety and regulatory standards.Lead audits, internal assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen and sustain the Quality Management System (QMS).
Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, EHS, Program Management, and Executive Leadership to drive alignment, resolve issues, and support operational excellence.
Scope of LeadershipOversee Quality Engineering support across:Manufacturing Quality Engineering – General Assembly, Body, Chassis, and Propulsion
Manufacturing Quality Engineering – Coatings, E-Coat, and Sealing
Bonding & Adhesives Quality Engineering
Powertrain, Energy, and Drive Systems Quality Engineering
Electrical / Electronic & Software (EE/SW) Quality Engineering
Regulatory & Compliance Quality Engineering
Problem Solving and Quality Training Programs
What You’ll Bring
Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, Master’s degree with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years (or equivalent experience). Proven experience leading large, multidisciplinary quality engineering organizations in a manufacturing environment.Strong background supporting vehicle, system, or plant launches.Technical ExpertiseDeep working knowledge of automotive quality systems and tools, including IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, MSA, and SPC. Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, A3, or DMAIC.Leadership CompetenciesStrong judgment, executive-level communication, and decision-making capability. Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Track record of influencing cross-functional teams, driving alignment, and leading through complexity and change.
CompensationBase Salary Range (Annual):
$114,612 – $143,265 – $171,918 USDCompensation is determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, location, and overall business considerations.
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