About Re:Car

Re:Car, a subsidiary of Re:Build Manufacturing, is a new company that is exploring development in the Re:Car is a new US company that is exploring development in the electric vehicle space.

Founded in early 2022, Project Re:Car spent its formative months establishing a leadership team and the product definition.

Who we are looking for:

Re:Car is looking for an technical, dynamic and experienced Quality Engineering Leadto join our growing team. This position will be responsible for Body & Closures Systems, where effective engagement with the development team to deliver the highest quality levels with respect to product and process.  The role must work closely with all internal and external partners to exceed customers’ expectations. The role will be expected to have high integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive and growth mindset.  You will feel comfortable operating in a flexible and fast paced environment with a collaborative approach to achieving goals!

What you get to do:

• Develop strategy and implement strategy for product quality from the customer’s perspective.
• Ensure the concept quality, usability and functional quality in our product provides safety and customer satisfaction.
• Manage the quality market research activities, quality studies and benchmarks to determine customer quality requirements.
• Oversee the definition of quality requirements, the quality maturity management and quality validation of functions and systems.
• Risk minimization through use of appropriate risk assessment tools and verification of the robustness of detection and prevention systems for special characteristics.
• Support the planning, execution and evaluation of product test drives within quality.
• Execute quality approvals of functions and systems.
• Definition of quality processes and technical standards in cooperation with development, product management and operations to ensure product quality.
• Develop and provide leadership to the technical teams and drive/support daily operations.
• Support and mentor team members, foster a culture of learning, and facilitate skill development to enhance the capabilities of the Technical Quality team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams with other departments to ensure robust designs and integration into manufacturing processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (e.g.) industrial/ mechanical/ vehicle, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in automotive engineering/product quality, with at least 2 years in a leadership role in an OEM/ Tier 1
• Very good technical understanding and sound knowledge of product/vehicle development and production with focus on Body & Closures Systems.
• A successful history of delivering new program launches on time while achieving metrics.
• Very good product assessment skills, problem solving and root cause capabilities.
• Sound knowledge of quality management with in-depth knowledge of Quality Engineering disciplines and risk management.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills
• Proven track record of directly or functionally leading/ building high-performing teams.
• Proficient in the use of commonly applied quality tools and processes in the automotive industry (e.g. IATF 169494, AIAG, VDA, APQP, PPAP). 
• Good working knowledge of DVP&R’s, FMEA’s and Control Plans
• Ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of legal compliance and product liability requirements.
• Highest level of integrity and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment.

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]