Supplier Quality Engineer (Mechanical)

Job Purpose (Significance of the role & Objectives) - Serve as the technical quality lead for mechanical components at both the vehicle level (chassis, body, structural parts) and battery level (battery modules, cooling structures, pack enclosures, thermal management mounts) - Ensure supplied parts meet design, safety, and reliability requirements throughout EV and battery product lifecycles - Drive advanced quality planning (APQP), PPAP approvals, continuous improvement, supplier development, and defect containment to support Pravaig’s high-quality EV products. Key Responsibilities and Deliverables - Supplier Quality Planning & Part Approval - Mechanical Supplier Audits & Capability Assessments - Problem Solving & Corrective Actions - Supplier Development & Continuous Quality Improvement - Mechanical Quality Integration with Vehicle & Battery Programs Deliverables: - PPAP documentation, approved Control Plans, capability reports, PSWs - Audit reports, supplier capability scorecards, corrective action requirements - 8D reports, CAPA tracking logs, verified corrective actions - Supplier capability improvement plans, KPI trend reports. - Mechanical design feedback loops, part specification clarifications, validation reports. Desired Qualifications: Required Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related technical discipline. - 3–7+ years of supplier quality experience in automotive/EV manufacturing or complex mechanical systems - including experience with chassis, structural components, or battery assemblies - Strong working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA and automotive quality tools. - Experience interpreting mechanical drawings, GD&T, and key measurement techniques Preferred: - Certifications such as ASQ CQE / CQA / VDA 6.3 Process Auditor or Lean/Six Sigma credentials. - Knowledge of battery system mechanical quality requirements (thermal management, structural integrity, tolerance stacks). - Experience in high-voltage battery pack assemblies and associated mechanical quality validations. - Familiarity with mechanical processes such as welding, casting, forging, stamping, and precision machining Key Competencies - Excellent analytical/problem-solving skills and structured approach to quality issues. - Strong communication and relationship management to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders. - Project coordination and time management with ability to handle multiple quality initiatives simultaneously. Behavioural & Interpersonal Skills - Effective communication & negotiation with suppliers and internal stakeholders. - Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork skills. - Project coordination & time management in cross-functional environments Audit & Travel Expectations - Conduct both on-site and remote supplier audits as required - Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for supplier audits and assessments. - Participate in supplier capability evaluations and quality readiness reviews.