Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
Core
Ensuring quality targets are met for incoming parts and assemblies, managing launch timelines, and transitioning to quality volume production for automotive vehicles.
Role type
Supplier Quality Analyst (Automotive)
Builds
Incoming parts and assemblies qualification, supplier compliance dashboards, and quality reviews for vehicle launches.
Domain
Automotive manufacturing and supplier quality
Required skills
Root Cause Analysis, APQP/PPAP, statistical data analysis, metrology principles, defect resolution, escalation processes, vehicle design understanding, tooling knowledge, data integrity management
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
APQP, PPAP, Supplier Quality Manual
Responsibilities
Deploy quality management tools for incoming parts qualification, perform issue Root Cause Analysis, update supplier compliance dashboards, lead quality reviews, propose pilots for issue resolution, manage escalation processes, coach strategic suppliers on complaint processes, manage change requests, correlate measurements to KPIs
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level (0-3 years experience)