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EPITEC

Quality Engineer

EPITEC, Brook Park, Ohio, United States

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Base pay range $40.00/yr - $48.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from EPITEC

Epitec

is looking for a detail‑oriented, proactive

STA Launch Engineer

to lead new tooled part industrialization, supplier readiness, and flawless launch execution for the largest U.S. automaker in

Brook Park, OH .

About the Role In this high‑visibility role, you’ll be responsible for successfully delivering

externally sourced new tooled parts

from concept through launch. You’ll serve as the key bridge between suppliers, purchasing, STA, program teams, and product development—ensuring timing, quality, and launch readiness across the board.

New Tooled End Item (NTEI) Management

Identify NTEIs, including directed tier 2 and MPA suppliers.

Develop and maintain detailed NTEI files.

Load, manage, and update program data within

eAPQP

(including design changes, late starters, and VPP updates).

Obtain site codes and initiate

Schedule A

submission requests.

Supplier Readiness & APQP/PPAP

Train suppliers and internal teams on

APQP/PPAP

and the Supplier Engagement Process.

Track

PPAP

and Schedule A submissions; maintain readiness dashboards.

Drive resolution of

YELLOW/RED

deliverables; ensure

on‑time Phase PPAP approvals .

Lead

OTG (Open‑to‑Go)

reviews and proactively upscale launch risks; communicate

PSW

status.

Cross‑Functional Leadership

Prepare standard documents for

Milestone Reviews ,

SARs , and

NML

assessments.

Organize and lead cross‑functional PPAP issue‑resolution meetings.

Quality & Issue Resolution

Support key launch events ( DCV ,

PCF/TCB

builds,

VOCF ,

Craftsmanship ,

R202 ,

Hard Rocks ,

Shortage meetings ,

White Board reviews ).

Drive resolution of supplier quality issues via

AIMS , including containment, 8D,

ICA/PCA

follow‑up.

Support

Part Pedigree

meetings and readiness assessments before builds.

Lead priority supplier selection using

GPDS Priority

and

Supplier Champion

filters.

Facilitate alignment with

PD ,

Purchasing , and

Site STA .

Manage and track on‑time completion of GPDS priority supplier team evaluations.

Qualifications Required

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline (or equivalent technical/manufacturing aptitude).

Strong understanding of

APQP ,

PPAP , and

STA

quality tools.

Knowledge of

new model launch systems

and processes.

Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional leadership skills.

Preferred

Prior

STA ,

supplier quality , or

automotive launch

experience.

Travel:

10–15%

Focus: Deliver high‑quality, externally sourced

new tooled parts

for major vehicle and powertrain programs

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Contract

Job function Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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