About Yinlun TDI LLC
Yinlun TDI LLC is a leading provider of advanced thermal management solutions for the U.S. automotive, commercial truck, and off-highway markets. Following the acquisition by Zhejiang Yinlun Co., Ltd., Yinlun TDI has further strengthened its engineering expertise and manufacturing capabilities in the United States.
Headquartered in Houston, TX, Yinlun TDI LLC maintains sales and engineering facilities in California, Michigan, Illinois, and North Carolina. With strong support from our parent company, we are well positioned for continued growth across conventional heat exchangers, hybrid, electric vehicle (EV), and autonomous driving sectors.
Yinlun TDI LLC is an ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 certified manufacturer of heat exchangers and fluid cooling components for automotive, commercial truck, bus, and industrial markets.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure product and process quality throughout the lifecycle of thermal management components for the automotive industry. This role is based on-site in Houston, TX and plays a key part in strengthening our quality systems, supporting customer requirements, and driving continuous improvement aligned with IATF 16949 and related standards.
The Quality Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Customer-facing teams) to maintain high quality performance from new product development through mass production.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Planning (New Product Development)
- Support quality planning activities during new product development, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and related deliverables
- Ensure quality requirements are clearly defined and implemented to meet customer and industry standards
Production Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor and analyze quality issues during production and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Use quality tools and data analysis to improve process capability and product consistency
- Support continuous improvement initiatives using statistical methods and tools (SPC, MSA, etc.)
Customer Quality & Problem Solving
- Handle customer complaints and organize structured problem-solving activities such as 8D and 5 Why analysis
- Develop effective improvement plans, track implementation progress, and ensure closure with sustainable results
- Communicate status, risks, and corrective actions clearly with internal stakeholders as needed
Supplier Quality Management
- Support supplier quality management activities, including supplier audits, incoming inspection standards, and supplier performance evaluation
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve supplier-related quality issues and improve overall quality performance
Documentation & Audit Support
- Prepare and maintain quality documentation (inspection work instructions, quality reports, inspection standards, etc.)
- Assist with internal and external audits, including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer audits, and support follow-up actions
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Thermal Engineering, Quality, or related engineering fields
Professional Experience
- Experience in quality engineering or quality management within automotive components or manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with thermal management products (e.g., radiators, condensers, hoses, valves) is a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Knowledge of quality management systems and tools such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently drive issue resolution
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Language
- Good command of English (written and spoken) to communicate with customers and suppliers, Mandarin Chinese and/or Spanish is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, pet insurance)
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and floating holidays
- Career growth opportunities in a fast-paced, global environment
