Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (Automotive)

BorgWarner; Thriftwood (SC); On-site; USD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking a quality leader to interface with Tier 2 and below automotive suppliers, ensuring material conformance to CSR, drawings and design requirements. The role collaborates with BorgWarner Supply Chain to achieve world-class cost, quality, and delivery, with up to 60% travel.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Engineering, 5+ years in automotive quality, and strong knowledge of IATF16949, APQP/PPAP, and core quality tools. This position is based at our South Carolina campus.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and experience of working to IATF16949 and ISO9000 standards.
• Advanced knowledge of statistical software such as Minitab, Infinity, or, equivalent system.
• Proficient in APQP/PPAP processes and ensuring PPAP documentation is up to date.
• Strong knowledge of core quality tools including: Process control plans, process flow diagrams, FMEA, MSA, SPC.

Responsibilities

• Lead Supplier Corrective Action Review (SCAR) and 8D for production quality concerns.
• Drive Supplier Continuous Improvement using Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Lean methods.
• Review PPAP submissions and ensure on-time launches and compliance with APQP.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure supplier conformance to SC and customer requirements.

Skills

Quality leadership

IATF16949 knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Statistical analysis

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent technical degree

Tools

Minitab

Infinity

Qlik

Visio

Team Center

ICE (8Ds)

Microsoft Office

Job description

BorgWarner is seeking a quality leader to interface with Tier 2 and below automotive suppliers, ensuring material conformance to CSR, drawings and design requirements. The role collaborates with BorgWarner Supply Chain to achieve world-class cost, quality, and delivery, with up to 60% travel.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Engineering, 5+ years in automotive quality, and strong knowledge of IATF16949, APQP/PPAP, and core quality tools. This position is based at our South Carolina campus.