Supplier Quality Engineering Specialist, Manufacturing

Siemens Mobility; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility Canada is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineering Specialist, Manufacturing to define the SQM strategy, manage supplier audits, and drive continuous improvement across the supplier base.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree and at least five years in supplier quality or related roles. You will collaborate with R&D, procurement and manufacturing to ensure conformance to technical requirements and support lifecycle activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supplier quality management or related roles.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with root cause analysis abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in project teams.
• Proficient in SQM and audits to achieve quality goals.
• Advanced non-conformance and risk management.
• Analytical mindset and ability to use digital tools for data analysis.
• Knowledge of GD&T, FMEA, SPC, APQP and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Define cross-functional commodity strategy and implement SQM requirements.
• Drive component portfolio management with R&D, phase-out, new tech qualification and DFM review.
• Apply preventive quality methods to reduce risk.
• Initiate and release new parts and manage lifecycle with changes.
• Support supplier qualifications and audits.
• Coordinate and ensure supplier qualifications and approvals.
• Drive supplier quality performance and continuous improvement programs.
• Communicate with internal teams on quality-related topics.

Skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Teamcenter

Job description

Supplier Quality Engineering Specialist, Manufacturing

What will you do?

• Contributes to the definition of the cross-functional commodity strategy and implements the Supplier Quality management (SQM) strategy and SQM requirements related to supplier
• Drives active component portfolio management by Research & Development (R&D) consulting, Phase-out Management, new technology qualification, technical expertise and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) review
• Applies preventive quality methods aimed for risk reduction
• Initiates and releases new parts and manages them throughout their life cycle, ensuring their conformance to technical requirements. Reacts on suppliers’ product changes or discontinuations with appropriate measures
• Supports manufacturing relocation projects by setting up parts and approved suppliers for the destination location and supports market-oriented production
• Conducts incident and complaint management, to analyze and resolve nonconformances. Supports sustainable problem solving using root cause analysis methodology, e.g. 8D-methodology, etc.. Supports claim management towards suppliers (e.g. announcement, cost compilation)
• Coordinates and ensures material / component / service qualifications and approvals based on specific requirements/specification
• Contributes to (Product Development) projects through support/review of specifications and requirements
• Creates, negotiates and maintains Quality Assurance Agreements. Initiates and drives supplier quality performance, incoming inspection quality plans, continuous improvement and supplier development programs
• Expert in Continuous Improvement & Quality Assurance, e.g. drives Continuous Improvement Programs (CIPs), negotiates Quality Assurance Agreements, and implements preventive quality measures.
• Ensures consistent and appropriate communication with suppliers, with a focus on quality-related aspects
• Plans, initiates and supports/executes supplier audits, including follow-up of audit measures
• Onboards and releases manufacturers / suppliers as of the supplier lifecycle in cooperation with Procurement;
• Communicate to internal teams, e.g. R&D, procurement, project management, supplier management, operation & manufacturing, material planning etc.

What will you need to succeed?

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supplier quality management, manufacturing, component engineering or industrial quality roles.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, especially experience in debugging simulation and applying root cause analysis methodology and preventive corrective actions.
• Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively in project teams
• Proficient in Supplier Quality Management (SQM) & Audits: Plans and executes supplier audits, manages supplier relationships, and applies SQM methods to achieve strategic quality goals.
• Advanced Non-Conformance & Risk Management: Establishes non-conformance processes, identifies/mitigates supply chain risks.
• Advanced Analytical & Digital Acumen: Solves complex problems, communicates effectively, and leverages digital tools for data analysis and process improvement in an agile environment.
• Thorough Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), technical drawings, Ability to interpret technical drawings, and specifications.
• SAP and Teamcenter experience would be an advantage.

Salary

Salary iscommensuratewith experience, and base salary ranges between $ 85,000 CAD - $ 110,000 CAD, excluding benefits. In addition to base salary, this role includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus of 10% of base salary, based on Company performance metrics. .

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