Interiors Supplier Dev Engineer - Automotive (Travel 50%)

Inteva Products, LLC; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Inteva Products, LLC is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to provide technical expertise to suppliers in the Interiors product line. You will lead the APQP process, evaluate PPAP submissions, and coordinate cross-functional activities with suppliers, Inteva Plants, and customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, at least 5 years in automotive supplier quality/development, and knowledge of IATF/VDA/ISO quality systems. Travel about 50% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required, advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years automotive supplier quality experience.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC and PPAP.
• Knowledge of IATF, VDA, ISO quality systems; auditor accreditation preferred.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills; Six Sigma or Shainin beneficial.
• English proficiency; other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, track, and follow APQP process.
• Evaluate supplier PPAP submissions, ensuring requirements and accuracy.
• Coordinate PPAP approval activities with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Perform quality and capability assessments for potential suppliers.
• Ensure supplier documentation and processes meet requirements during all life cycle stages.
• Lead supplier development actions focused on prevention.
• Travel ~50%.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

APQP

FMEA

MSA

SPC

PPAP

Six Sigma

Shainin

Auditor accreditation

English

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Inteva Products, LLC is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to provide technical expertise to suppliers in the Interiors product line. You will lead the APQP process, evaluate PPAP submissions, and coordinate cross-functional activities with suppliers, Inteva Plants, and customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, at least 5 years in automotive supplier quality/development, and knowledge of IATF/VDA/ISO quality systems. Travel about 50% is expected.