Application and Quality Control Engineer

Mighty Distributing System of America (MDSA) (Mighty Auto Parts), the quality/service leader in the automotive aftermarket, is a leading automotive parts distributing firm based in Peachtree Corners (Atlanta Metro), Georgia. Our company provides an inviting atmosphere in which to work and our culture and people bring a wealth of experience, talent and enthusiasm to their jobs. MDSA has earned the respect of our industry through our expertise and accolades, such as Atlanta Business Chronicle-Top 25 Franchises award, Entrepreneur Magazine-Top 500 Franchises & America’s Top Franchise Opportunities award and Franchise Business Review-Best Franchise Opportunities award. The most unique element of this winning combination is Mighty's organizational culture that prizes extraordinary personal service over all else; doing whatever it takes to enhance the success of its customer-partners. 

General Responsibilities/Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level Application and Quality Control Engineer to support product lines through quality assurance, application research, and product development. This role involves conducting quality audits, collaborating with manufacturers to resolve issues, and managing technical data and documentation. The position offers hands-on experience in validation, testing, and specification management within the automotive industry, working alongside a collaborative product team and external partners.

Major Specific Job Responsibilities 

• Maintain and update vehicle coverage data to ensure accurate product fitment.


• Quality Liaison: Serve as the primary contact with manufacturers regarding quality issues, corrective actions, and compliance with specifications.


• Quality Audits: Conduct rolling inspections and audits to ensure product consistency and reliability.


• Sample Management: Oversee the handling of product and competitor samples for testing, evaluation, and comparison.


• Specification Data: Collect, organize, and maintain technical specification data to support cataloging, product accuracy, and development projects.


• Installation Guides: Develop and maintain installation guides to assist franchisees, installers, and end-users.


• Warranty Oversight: Manage the warranty process, ensuring timely resolution and tracking claims.


• Product Development Support: Assist with product validation, testing, and launch activities by collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.


• Strong interest in automotive systems, product quality, and product development.


• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and engineering testing methods.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CAD software and data analysis tools is a plus.


• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.

Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be all-inclusive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and assign other duties as necessary."

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability."