Sr. Supplier Quality Development Engineer – Electrical Mechanical

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Development Engineer to lead supplier management and ensure high operational efficiency. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, quality planning, and problem-solving in the automotive sector, requiring technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Support for Growth and Giving Back

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited program.
• 7+ years experience in automotive engineering or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality planning and process development.
• Manage supplier problem-solving activities.
• Conduct audits of supply base and ensure high-quality components.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Sr. Supplier Quality Development Engineer – Electrical Mechanical

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The Supplier Quality Development Engineer (SQD) within Stellantis, is accountable to lead and mange suppliers in advance quality planning and process development ensuring suppliers obtain high operational efficiency, are industrialized, and have capable processes which meet Stellantis quality and capacity requirements. SQDs are required work cross functionally with internal and external Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing partners to ensure proper designs, suppliers, and manufacturing processes are selected and refined up to product launch and beyond.

Additionally, they lead supplier problem solving activities and driving change, ensuring best practices & lessons learned are executed across all partners. This includes managing post launch supplier continuous improvement activities in all areas that may impact quality and warranty of our vehicle programs. In many cases the SQD looked at as the technical expert within respect to the manufacturing process of the specific component technology. Typical electrical components in scope are in the advance electronics classification within the following systems: Infotainment, Driver information, ADAS, Safety, Mechatronics, Power Distribution, Starting & Charging, Safety, Sensors & Switches, E-Shifter.

SQD Engineers at Stellantis partner with suppliers to review manufacturing processes, develop quality systems and ensure the highest quality components will be provided for our vehicles. This requires regular visits to, and audits of our supply base creating visibility and utilizing their engineering skills and knowledge to provide a significant impact on the success of our vehicle programs.

At Stellantis we deliver world class results by embracing our values of Belief, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, Growth, and Energy as they are the framework for our culture. We believe in a life-work balance and provide team members opportunities for mentoring, learning & development, and exposure to senior leadership.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical (Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Biomedical/Biomechanical/Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering may be considered) from an ABET accredited program or equivalent program
• 7 years or more of work experience in automotive engineering, manufacturing, or supplier operations
• Candidates must have some proven vehicle electronics hardware and or software background. Such as previous experience in automotive product design release, resident engineering, or component manufacturing processes
• Knowledgeable in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and structured problem-solving techniques
• Proficient interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross functional team, with experienced abilities in directing and leading meetings
• Proven ability to manage multiple supplier projects and tasks
• Creative problem-solving ability and a results orientation
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office / Google Suite on the stage of the program or state of the supplier relationship
• Ability to travel within the USA, Canada, and Mexico regions 20-40% (Typically 25%)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• 3 or more years of related Engineering experience
• Knowledgeable in APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt skills Quality certification
• Comfortable leading complex electrical component & systems problem root cause analysis
• Automotive product design release and or system integration experience
• Automotive electrical systems validation and or vehicle diagnostics experience
• Manufacturing plant exposure/experience
  
  

EOE / Disability / Veteran

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
  
  

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
  
  

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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