EV Supplier Quality Leader — Battery & Drivetrain

Orange Ev Llc; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange EV is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Kansas City, KS, on-site. You will ensure external supplier components meet safety and reliability standards from sourcing through production.

Responsibilities include supplier audits, PPAP/FAI, and root-cause problem solving with attention to high‑voltage and battery parts. Travel up to 50% and collaboration across design, purchasing, and manufacturing are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering, preferably in automotive, heavy equipment or EV/battery manufacturing.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and capability analysis (Cpk/Ppk).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality activities to reduce incoming inspection and improve parts quality.
• Coordinate with Design, Manufacturing, and Suppliers to ensure critical part dimensions are tested to requirements.
• Establish and maintain supplier quality management systems and scorecards.
• Lead root-cause analysis (8D, 5-Why) and drive corrective actions (SCAR) to closure.

Skills

Quality mindset

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

APQP/PPAP/FAI

GD&T

Job description

Orange EV is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Kansas City, KS, on-site. You will ensure external supplier components meet safety and reliability standards from sourcing through production.

Responsibilities include supplier audits, PPAP/FAI, and root-cause problem solving with attention to high‑voltage and battery parts. Travel up to 50% and collaboration across design, purchasing, and manufacturing are required.