Sr Supplier Quality Engineer(Temporary)

Carrier; Santa Catarina; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrier is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier quality meets the highest standards. You will collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive improvements, risk mitigation, and reliable product delivery.

The role requires experience in APQP/PPAP and Core Tools, plus strong problem-solving and English proficiency. Travel up to 30% is expected as part of supplier development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in Quality, including 3 in Supplier Quality Engineering or Supplier Development.
• Strong experience with APQP, PPAP, and Core Tools including FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA.
• Experience applying 8D, A3, Six Sigma, or equivalent.
• Advanced English and willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality management to ensure conformance with product specs, process requirements, quality standards, and CTQ characteristics.
• Drive problem solving using 8D, A3, and Six Sigma for containment, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and prevention of recurrence.
• Manage supplier qualification and development through APQP, PPAP, and Core Tools supporting new product introductions and changes.
• Monitor supplier performance with metrics such as PPM, COPQ, quality escapes, and scorecards.
• Conduct supplier audits and coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to resolve issues and mitigate risks.

Skills

Analytical

Results-driven

Proactive

Collaborative

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier Global Corporation, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety, and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in temperature control, air quality, and transportation solutions, we improve lives, drive critical industries forward, and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines, and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we have led with purpose: improving the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive team that puts customers at the center of everything we do. To learn more, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About the Role

Are you passionate about quality, supplier development, and continuous improvement? As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring our suppliers consistently meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and reliability. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to drive sustainable solutions, reduce quality risks, and support the delivery of world-class products to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Leading supplier quality management activities to ensure compliance with product specifications, process requirements, quality standards, and Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) characteristics.
• Driving problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies such as 8D, A3, and Six Sigma, ensuring effective containment, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and prevention of recurrence.
• Managing supplier qualification and development through APQP, PPAP, and other Core Tools, supporting new product introductions, engineering changes, and process modifications.
• Monitoring and improving supplier performance through key metrics such as PPM, COPQ, quality escapes, and supplier scorecards.
• Conducting supplier audits and assessments while partnering with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality issues and mitigate supply risks.
  

Requirements

We are looking for individuals who are analytical, results-driven, proactive, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality, including at least 3 years in Supplier Quality Engineering or Supplier Development.
• Strong experience with APQP, PPAP, and Core Tools including FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and MSA.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, A3, Six Sigma, or equivalent.
• Advanced English proficiency and willingness to travel up to 30%.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of GD&T, technical drawing interpretation, and dimensional tolerancing.
• Experience conducting quality audits and applying ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949 standards.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, and assembly operations.
  

Benefits

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package that may include compensation, benefits, and wellness programs. Benefits vary by role and location and are designed to support our employees’ health, safety, and success.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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