SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER

We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Supplier Development & APQP to lead supplier readiness activities for new product launches, supplier development initiatives, APQP execution, PPAP approvals, supplier performance improvement, and risk mitigation within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for professionals passionate about quality, supplier development, problem solving, and driving continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Supplier APQP activities from supplier nomination through launch and production stabilization.
• Drive supplier readiness assessments for new programs, transfers, engineering changes, and product launches.
• Manage PPAP submissions, approvals, and supplier qualification processes.
• Conduct supplier audits, readiness reviews, capacity evaluations, and process assessments.
• Develop and execute supplier improvement plans to enhance quality, capability, and delivery performance.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics including PPM, audit results, customer concerns, delivery performance, and risk indicators.
• Lead supplier corrective action processes using SCAR, 8D, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Quality teams to ensure successful program launches.
• Support supplier escalation and recovery activities to protect customer satisfaction and business continuity.
• Promote compliance with IATF 16949, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Supplier Development, Supplier APQP, PPAP management, or a similar automotive quality role.
• Strong knowledge of Automotive Core Tools:
• APQP
• PPAP
• PFMEA / AIAG-VDA FMEA
• Control Plans
• SPC
• MSA
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills utilizing 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and validation requirements.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Advanced or intermediate English communication skills.
• Availability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• VDA 6.3 Auditor certification.
• Experience with Run-at-Rate evaluations and process capability analysis.
• Knowledge of Minitab or other statistical analysis tools.
• Experience in supplier development within Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environments.

What You'll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Excellent communication and supplier relationship management skills.
• Results-driven mindset with a proactive and preventive approach to quality.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• English prociency required.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with global automotive suppliers.
• Exposure to new product launches and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Professional development within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.