Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - Automotive (60% Travel)

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

Job summary

BorgWarner seeks a quality leader to drive supplier quality for Tier 2 and below suppliers in automotive and commercial vehicle sectors. You will coordinate with BorgWarner Supply Chain, ensure CSR, drawings, and design requirements are met, and manage PPAP/APQP processes while driving continuous improvement across supplier bases.

Travel is required up to 60% and the role is located at the SC campus. A BS in Engineering and 5+ years in automotive quality are essential, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent technical degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical quality support with client interaction.
• Experience in Automotive or Automotive Systems is required.
• IATF16949 knowledge; trained auditor preferred.
• Strong understanding of ISO9000; proficient with standard quality tools.
• Ability to travel up to 60% and navigate a complex matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead Supplier Corrective Action Review (SCAR) and 8D to resolve production quality issues.
• Drive Supplier Continuous Improvement using Lean, Six Sigma methodologies.
• Oversee APQP/PPAP submissions and ensure timely launches with cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate supplier characteristics (SC) and ensure supplier conformance.
• Conduct supplier quality training and supplier audits at facilities.

Skills

SCAR/8D resolution

APQP/PPAP knowledge

IATF16949 awareness

Lean/Six Sigma understanding

Quality tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA)

Cross-functional communication

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

Minitab/quality software

Microsoft Office

Qlik/Visio

Job description

BorgWarner seeks a quality leader to drive supplier quality for Tier 2 and below suppliers in automotive and commercial vehicle sectors. You will coordinate with BorgWarner Supply Chain, ensure CSR, drawings, and design requirements are met, and manage PPAP/APQP processes while driving continuous improvement across supplier bases.

Travel is required up to 60% and the role is located at the SC campus. A BS in Engineering and 5+ years in automotive quality are essential, with strong