Engineer - Supplier Quality Assurance

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer for our Supplier Quality Assurance team to lead supplier quality initiatives, ensure compliance with automotive quality standards, and drive continuous improvement across our supply chain. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise in supplier quality and supplier relationship management.

4-6 years

• Implement and maintain ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality management systems across supplier
• Ensure supplier compliance with automotive quality standards and customer-specific requirements
• Lead quality system assessments and gap analyses for continuous improvement

• Conduct comprehensive supplier audits to evaluate quality capabilities and compliance
• Manage supplier PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities and documentation review
• Perform supplier evaluations and qualification processes for new and existing vendors
• Develop and maintain supplier scorecards and performance metrics

• Execute receipt parts inspection procedures and protocols for electrical, electronic, connector, plastic, and sheet metal components
• Develop and implement child parts inspection standards and procedures across multiple component
• Analyze defects and non-conformances in electrical assemblies, electronic circuits, connector systems, plastic molded parts, and sheet metal fabrications
• Ensure proper non-conformance closure and root cause analysis completion for all component types

• Manage RoHS compliance verification and documentation
• Coordinate UL certification processes and maintain certification records
• Ensure regulatory compliance across all supplier quality activities

• Utilize ERP systems for quality data management and reporting
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier quality performance
• Develop and implement process improvements to reduce defects and improve efficiency
• Create and maintain quality documentation, procedures, and work instructions

• ISO 9001

  - Thorough understanding and practical application experience

• IATF 16949

  - Automotive quality management system expertise

• Supplier Audit

  - Proven experience conducting supplier assessments

• Receipt Parts Inspection

  - Hands-on experience with incoming inspection processes

• Supplier PPAP

  - Strong knowledge of Production Part Approval Process

• Continuous Improvement

  - Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

• RoHS Compliance

  - Understanding of environmental compliance requirements

• UL Certification

  - Experience with safety certification processes

• ERP Knowledge

  - Proficiency in enterprise resource planning systems

• Defect Analysis

  - Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis

• Electrical Components

  - Knowledge of electrical parts quality requirements, testing standards, and failure analysis

• Electronics

  - Understanding of electronic component specifications, reliability testing, and quality control methods

• Connectors

  - Experience with connector quality standards, contact resistance testing, and environmental durability requirements

• Plastic Parts

  - Knowledge of plastic material properties, injection molding defects, dimensional tolerances, and aging characteristics

• Sheet Metal

  - Understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes, surface treatments, dimensional accuracy, and corrosion resistance requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Manufacturing, or related field

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Experience in automotive, electrical, or electronics manufacturing industry
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and measurement system analysis (MSA)
• Experience with supplier development and capability building
• Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations
• Understanding of component-specific testing methods (electrical testing, environmental stress screening, mechanical testing for connectors, plastic material testing, sheet metal dimensional verification)
• Familiarity with industry standards for electrical/electronic components (IPC, IEC, ASTM standards)