Supplier Quality and Development Engineer; Electrical

General Motors; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Company is seeking a Supplier Quality and Development Engineer to ensure robust launch execution and ongoing quality for supplier parts. You will lead APQP, execute PPAP and Run@Rate, and drive systemic problem solving with suppliers to deliver flawless components to GM plants.

The role requires travel (40-50%) domestically and teamwork across Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and the supplier base to meet quality targets and manufacturing readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field required.
• 2 years of supplier quality/engineering experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, Run@Rate, PFMEA, MSA and SPC.
• Ability to read prints and GD&T, and use dimensional data for decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead APQP with suppliers to meet program timing and quality targets.
• Review and approve supplier quality deliverables per GM standards.
• Approve PPAP and Run@Rate submissions ensuring process capability.
• Monitor supplier performance using quality metrics and drive improvements.
• Lead structured problem solving (7 Diamonds, 8D/SPPS) for supplier issues.
• Conduct on-site supplier assessments to verify process capability and IATF 16949 compliance.
• Collaborate with Design Release, Manufacturing, and Purchasing on launch readiness.
• Share lessons learned to prevent recurrence of systemic issues.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

Run@Rate

PFMEA

GD&T

Data analysis

Cross-functional

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Statistical tools

Data visualization

Job description

Job Description

The Role

The Supplier Quality and Development Engineer is a key liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and our global supply base, ensuring robust launch execution and ongoing quality performance of supplier-provided components. You will lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), execute the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Run at Rate (R@R), and drive systemic problem solving with suppliers to deliver flawless parts to our manufacturing plants and customers.

If needed, the Supplier Quality and Development Engineer will also serve as the Global Commodity Lead, representing SQE at the Engineering Creativity Team (ECT) and supporting Business Over Time (BOT) and sourcing package activities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead APQP with assigned suppliers to meet or exceed program timing and quality targets, ensuring manufacturing readiness at key milestones.
• Review and approve supplier quality deliverables, including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Control Plans, MSA, and capability studies, ensuring alignment to GM standards and customer specific requirements.
• Review and approve PPAP and Run@Rate submissions, confirming process capacity, stability, and robust control of key characteristics prior to production release.
• Monitor supplier performance using key quality metrics (PPM, SPPS, PRTS, warranty, launch issues) and drive continuous improvement through structured action plans and workshops.
• Lead structured problem solving (e.g., Red X, 7 Diamonds, 8D/SPPS) for supplier-related issues, from fast containment through root cause analysis and robust long-term corrective actions.
• Conduct on-site supplier assessments and process reviews to verify manufacturing process capability, quality management system robustness, and compliance with IATF 16949 and GM customer specific requirements.
• Partner cross-functional with Design Release Engineering, Manufacturing, Plant Quality, Purchasing, and Launch teams to ensure alignment on design changes, risk mitigation, and launch readiness.
• Develop and share lessons learned across programs and commodities to prevent recurrence of systemic issues and strengthen standard work for sup Supplier Quality and Development.
• As SQE GCL, you will represent Supplier Quality and Development in sourcing decisions and ensure the selected supplier can meet GM's quality requirements.

Travel is required (approximately 40-50% domestic) to visit supplier manufacturing locations and GM facilities.

Your Skills & Abilities ( Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or related) or an equivalent technical degree (e.g., Applied Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)
• 2 years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or product engineering preferably in the automotive or closely related industry.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, Run@Rate, control plans, PFMEA, Measurement System Analysis, and Statistical Process Control.
• Proficient in print reading, GD&T, gage design and selection, part measurement, or application of dimensional data for decision making.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, tooling, automation, and process controls.
• Demonstrated ability to use probability, statistical quality control, and design of experiments for problem solving and process optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence without direct authority, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, and leadership at multiple levels.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to summarize complex technical issues into clear, action-oriented updates for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Travel is required (approximately 40-50% domestic) to visit supplier manufacturing locations and GM facilities.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
• Automotive supplier quality experience with direct responsibility for APQP/PPAP on complex components (e.g., electrical/electronic modules, PCBAs).
• Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing processes, including SMT, through-hole assembly, soldering, inspection, and common quality defects.
• Formal training or certification in Red X, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or equivalent structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Previous experience leading suppliers through significant launch, ramp-up, or recovery situations, including containment, 3rd-party inspection management, and escalation processes.
• Demonstrated success coaching suppliers to build robust quality management systems, improve process capability, and institutionalize layered process audits and error-proofing.
• Strong data analytics skills (e.g., Excel, statistical tools, visualization) to identify patterns, prioritize issues, and monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Experience working in global