Supplier Development Engineer: Drive Quality & Launch Excellence

GHSP; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Clean, temperature-controlled work En

Job summary

GHSP, a global automotive supplier, seeks a Supplier Development Engineer in Holland, Michigan. You will own supplier development from new product launch through production, strengthening supplier capability and protecting quality, delivery and business objectives.

You will lead APQP/PPAP activities, drive DFMs, and support launches with a focus on continuous improvement and risk mitigation. Travel ~50% across North America is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of automotive supplier quality or supplier development experience.
• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, and IATF 16949 quality principles.
• Electronics manufacturing or supplier quality experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; relationship-building is essential.
• ASQ CQE or CQA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop production suppliers to meet expectations for quality, delivery, and performance.
• Partner with suppliers to improve manufacturing capability and promote Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Lead supplier APQP and PPAP activities in accordance with AIAG standards and GHSP's Product Development Process.
• Support suppliers through launch and SOP +90 while driving continuous improvement and incorporating lessons learned.
• Perform supplier process audits and new supplier assessments.
• Partner with plant quality teams to resolve complex supplier quality issues using root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities to improve quality, delivery, and operational excellence.
• Identify supplier risks and develop mitigation plans to ensure a stable, resilient supply base.
• Travel approximately 50% to supplier and GHSP locations across North America, with some international travel.

Skills

APQP/PPAP

PFMEA

SPC

GD&T

Lean Manufacturing

IATF 16949

Electronics manufacturing experience

CQE/CQA certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

None

Job description

GHSP, a global automotive supplier, seeks a Supplier Development Engineer in Holland, Michigan. You will own supplier development from new product launch through production, strengthening supplier capability and protecting quality, delivery and business objectives.

You will lead APQP/PPAP activities, drive DFMs, and support launches with a focus on continuous improvement and risk mitigation. Travel ~50% across North America is required.