Supplier Quality Engineer
Core
Supplier Quality Engineer responsible for supplier development, qualification, and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to ensure product quality and compliance.
Role type
Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)
Builds
Quality assurance plans, process controls, and qualified supplier networks for manufacturing partners.
Domain
Electronics manufacturing and supply chain quality
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (incorrect mapping, corrected below)
Deliverable
supplier qualification and process validation
Required skills
supplier selection and qualification, PPAP/FAI implementation, root cause analysis, statistical process control, Design of Experiments, corrective and preventive actions, quality auditing, risk assessment, ECO/ECN/SCR management
Preferred skills
experience with electronic assembly, PCB operations, oscilloscope and logic analyzer usage, gage R&R studies, mechanical and electrical tool operation
Technologies
PPAP, FAI, FMEA, MSA, Gage R&R, ISO standards, electronic assembly tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers
Responsibilities
Select and qualify suppliers based on quality, capability, and regulatory requirements; implement process controls and quality assurance plans; troubleshoot supplier quality issues and drive corrective actions; conduct supplier audits and performance tracking; manage pilot runs and transition to mass production; support engineering changes and new product introductions.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC