Sr. Supplier Quality Development Engineer - Electrical Mechanical

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supplier Quality Development Engineer to lead supplier quality initiatives in the automotive sector. This role involves managing quality planning and process development, ensuring suppliers meet high operational efficiency and quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement post-launch. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in automotive engineering, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Join a company that values innovation and diversity, offering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Mentoring opportunities

Learning & development programs

Exposure to senior leadership

Life-work balance

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in automotive engineering or supplier operations.
• Proficient in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and problem-solving techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage suppliers in quality planning and process development.
• Conduct audits and ensure high-quality components for vehicle programs.

Skills

Automotive engineering

Supplier operations

Interpersonal skills

Creative problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

The Supplier Quality Development Engineer (SQD) within Stellantis, is accountable to lead and manage 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 to 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 drive 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 is looked at as the technical expert with 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:

1. 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.
2. 7 years or more of work experience in automotive engineering, manufacturing, or supplier operations.
3. 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.
4. Knowledgeable in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and structured problem-solving techniques.
5. Proficient interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team, with experienced abilities in directing and leading meetings.
6. Proven ability to manage multiple supplier projects and tasks.
7. Creative problem-solving ability and a results orientation.
8. Proficient in using Microsoft Office / Google Suite on the stage of the program or state of the supplier relationship.
9. Ability to travel within the USA, Canada, and Mexico regions 20-40% (Typically 25%).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's degree.
2. 3 or more years of related Engineering experience.
3. Knowledgeable in APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA.
4. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt skills Quality certification.
5. Comfortable leading complex electrical component & systems problem root cause analysis.
6. Automotive product design release and or system integration experience.
7. Automotive electrical systems validation and or vehicle diagnostics experience.
8. 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.