Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Core
Ensuring supplier adherence to Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for autonomous vehicle components.
Role type
Senior Supplier Quality Engineer
Builds
Autonomous vehicle parts and assemblies
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Autonomous driving technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
APQP process execution, PPAP submission and approval, Control Plan and PFMEA review, root cause analysis, statistical quality control, GD&T interpretation, manufacturing process knowledge, cross-functional team leadership
Preferred skills
Six Sigma/DMAIC, Lean Manufacturing, OEM or Tier 1 automotive experience, product engineering, tooling and equipment expertise
Technologies
GD&T, PPAP, Run at Rate, Control Plans, PFMEA
Responsibilities
Review and approve supplier quality plans for new components, conduct on-site supplier visits to verify corrective actions, facilitate root cause analysis for quality issues, monitor supplier part qualification processes, provide technical assistance during supplier launches and production activities, ensure supply base adherence to company quality standards
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC