Segment Supplier Quality Engineer

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

Segment Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is a key role at Autoliv and is responsible for working with external suppliers to develop robust processes and deliver high quality parts. Serial SQE is involved from the pre-qualification of the supplier through the successful launch of components. Activities include verification of suppliers' use of industry standards, Autoliv Standards, review of suppliers agreed to production lines/practices, and follow-up on non-conforming materials and events to closure. The Serial SQE will work with internal teams such as Project Launch, Purchasing, Engineering and other Quality teams to plan quality events and resolve issues. Manage PPAP/PSW approvals for external suppliers.

In this role you will be responsible for

• 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 reviews, quality planning, and component approvals.
• Monitor supplier performance, project milestones, and quality deliverables to meet launch timing requirements.
• Conduct supplier audits, production trials, Run-at-Rate events, and process assessments.
• Drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and resolution of supplier quality issues through 8D methodology.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, supplier requirements, and documentation processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, supplier development, and lessons learned implementation.
• Act as the primary quality contact for suppliers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Travel to supplier locations as needed to support project and quality activities.

What Is Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
• Automotive industry and/or engineering experience.
• Experience in deployment and/or auditing of APQP, PPAP, 8D, FMEA, SPC, VDA
• Knowledgeable in IATF 16949 / VDA and ISO 14001 requirements
• Experience in managing projects
• Excels at oral and written communication skills

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team's success. We are committed to develop people's skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

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What's In It For You

• Attractive compensation package
• Recognition awards, company events, university discount options and many more perks.
• Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.