Automotive Supplier Quality Engineer: Launch & APQP Lead

Autoliv; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package

Recognition awards

University discounts

Company events

Gender Pay Equality

Job summary

Autoliv in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Segment Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to drive supplier quality for new product launches, manage APQP and PPAP, and coordinate with engineering, purchasing and supplier teams. You will conduct supplier audits, drive 8D problem solving, monitor performance, and travel to supplier sites as needed to ensure quality and on-time launches.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, knowledge of IATF 16949 / VDA / ISO 14001, and strong communication to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Experience in automotive supplier quality and program launches.
• Deployment/auditing of APQP, PPAP, 8D, FMEA, SPC, VDA.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 / VDA and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Experience in managing projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality activities for new product development and launch programs.
• Manage APQP and PPAP processes to ensure supplier readiness and compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, and suppliers on feasibility, quality planning, and approvals.
• Monitor supplier performance, milestones, and quality deliverables to meet launch timing.
• Conduct supplier audits, production trials, Run-at-Rate events, and process assessments.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions using 8D methodology.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and supplier requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and supplier development initiatives.
• Act as primary quality contact for suppliers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Travel to supplier locations as needed to support projects.

Skills

Supplier quality

APQP/PPAP

8D problem solving

FMEA

SPC

IATF 16949/VDA/ISO 14001

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Autoliv in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Segment Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to drive supplier quality for new product launches, manage APQP and PPAP, and coordinate with engineering, purchasing and supplier teams. You will conduct supplier audits, drive 8D problem solving, monitor performance, and travel to supplier sites as needed to ensure quality and on-time launches.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, knowledge of IATF 16949 / VDA / ISO 14001, and strong communication to