Supplier Quality Engineer

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Development team to establish new product and process control standards for mechanical, optical, and electronic components and assemblies
• Develop robust control plans with our manufacturing partners to ensure highest product quality and zero defects
• Implement APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) processes with suppliers from the initial design stage through PPAP submission and start of mass production.
• Perform supplier audits and site inspections to verify compliance with automotive quality management processes
• Investigate supplier quality issues to determine root cause and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Establish inspection plans, design new test methodologies and qualify precision inspection tools and gauges
• Identify and lead improvement initiatives to optimize key process indicators
• Help select suitable suppliers with the right commercial and technical capabilities to meet Aeva’s quality expectations and project timelines

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years work experience in a manufacturing or quality role
• Advanced knowledge of high-volume manufacturing processes and inspection methodologies
• Expert in automotive quality management standards and processes
• Proficient in applying IATF 16949 core tools including Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and…
• Self-starter who can manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to new challenges within a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to define complex problem statements, identify root cause and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Excellent communication skills and team player with strong interpersonal skills