Engineer II, Supplier Quality

Enphase Energy, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Enphase Energy, Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Chennai site on a 5-day on-site basis.

The role focuses on APQP/PPAP administration, data-driven supplier quality improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure supplier readiness for production. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in supplier quality and data analytics, with strong skills in quality tools and dashboards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supplier quality and data analytics experience.
• Strong knowledge of APQP/PPAP and quality tools.
• Proficiency in data analytics and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Manage APQP/PPAP document submission and reviews.
• Develop dashboards to track Supplier DPPM, Yield, and CoPQ.
• Lead 8D/SCAR process and drive root-cause actions.
• Audit suppliers and verify data aligns with Enphase requirements.
• Support NPI stages with Line Qualification Dashboards and FAI.
• Oversee IQC inspections of PCBA and mechanical parts.

Skills

Data analytics

Data visualization

Quality tools knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

MSA

SPC

QCP

FMEA

Job description

Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and a leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products. Founded in 2006, our innovative microinverter technology revolutionized solar power, making it a safer, more reliable, and scalable energy source. Today, the Enphase Energy System enables users to make, use, save, and sell their own power. Enphase is also one of the most successful and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with more than 80 million products shipped across 160 countries.

Join our dynamic teams designing and developing next-gen energy technologies and help drive a sustainable future!

Must be available to work on-site at Salcomp, Chennai, India 5 days per week.

About the role

• APQP/PPAP Administration:Manage the submission and review process of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documents.
• Systemic Solutions Support:Act as a key contributor andSystem Administratorfor the deployment of new electronic tools for supplier quality management.
• Supplier Data compliance:Audit suppliers supporting quality documents to ensure they meetEnphase requirementsbefore final SQE approval.
  • Ensure that all suppliers have completed the qualification steps before releasing them to production by developing dashboard to help SQEs track suppliers documentation.
• Process Improvement:Identify GAPs in the Quality documentation and propose fixes and improvements.
• Data-Driven Quality Engineering:
  • Develop and automate quality dashboards to track Supplier DPPM, Yield, and Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ).
• Supplier Audits & Corrective Actions:Conduct on-site process audits and lead the8D/SCARprocess, ensuring suppliers implement data-verified root cause closures.
• Operational Flexibility:Exhibit high flexibility to adapt to shifting roles and schedules to align with Enphase’s global operations.
• Incoming Quality Control (IQC):Oversee the inspection of incoming electronic components (PCBA, magnetic materials) and mechanical parts provided by CM sub-suppliers to ensure they meet specifications.
• Process Verification:Ensure the Supplier is following the approvedControl Plan.
• NPI Support: Participate inNew Product Introduction (NPI)stages helping SQEs to track the completion of Line Qualification Dashboard, FAI (First Article Inspection) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)documentation and assisting in pilot production builds.

Who you are and What you bring

• Education: College studies in mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience, preferably Supplier Quality and Data analytics.
• Technical Core:
  • Basic knowledge in Quality Core Tools: APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, QCP and FMEA.
  • Strong proficiency in Data Analytics and visualization tools.
• Mindset: Strong analytical mindset, high attention to detail, and the ability to act as a "superuser" or admin for new software tools.
• Standards:Desirable basic knowledge ofIPC-A-610(acceptability of electronic assemblies).
• Environment:Frequently involves a mix of professional office settings, cleanrooms/labs, and active construction or fabrication sites.
• Physical Demands:May require standing for long periods, few times lifting to 35–60 pounds.
• Desired Skills:
  • Exposure to contract manufacturing partnership.
  • Working experience in manufacturing industry and data collection.
  • A clear desire to grow into a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQA) role.

Work location: Salcomp, Chennai, India (Onsite).

• Travel: Travels to supplier facilities (up to 10-20%).