Supplier Quality Engineer

Quest Global; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to conduct supplier qualification and development for a global, high‑quality supply base. You will lead cross‑functional teams and coordinate with design engineers to ensure PPQ and ongoing quality improvements. The role is hybrid in Charlotte, NC, with travel up to 50%.

Requires ISO/ASME knowledge, welding/coating expertise, and 5+ years in technical or supply chain roles. English and a second language (Indian) are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier qualification, product & process qualification and technical supplier development for a global, cost-effective supply base.
• Experience leading projects and virtual cross-functional teams in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Qualification: support cross-functional supplier selection with quality data; conduct audits and risk assessments.
• Product & Process Qualification: lead cross-functional teams to perform PPQ per process descriptions and standards; support supplier quality measures.
• Supplier Quality Management: plan, implement, optimize and control supplier quality processes; coach suppliers on QA tools.
• Supplier Improvement: initiate supplier quality improvement programs; conduct root cause analysis and implement risk mitigations.
• Design Review and Improvement: participate in design reviews with suppliers for new designs; support DTL and DTC efforts.

Skills

Supplier Qualification

Product Qualification

Technical Supplier Development

Project Leadership

ISO & ASME Standards

Welding & Coating

CWI/NACE Cert

Lead Auditor

Travel up to 50%

English & Indian

Job description

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

As Supplier Quality Engineer, you will conduct supplier qualification and development. Daily experience with Generation Core Engine parts with high technical/ quality level. You will be working and close networking with multi-cultural environment with different departments locally and globally. Closely collaborating with the global SCM process. SQE is using digitalization tools to improve our processes. SQE is addressing nonconformances with conducting containment, RCA, and implementing preventative measures & risk mitigation measures.

What You Will Do:

• Supplier Qualification: Implement and control the support of the cross-functional supplier selection team with required quality data; conduct supplier audit and supplier capability or capacity audit and assessment of supplier risk.
• Product and Process Qualification: Lead cross-functional teams to perform Product and Process Qualification (PPQ) according to applicable process descriptions and standards. Support the supplier quality measures along the complete process chain.
• Supplier Quality Management: Planning, implementation, optimization and controlling of the efficiency of the defined Supplier Quality Management Process (procedures, guidelines and tools), to ensure the requested quality. Coaching supplier to follow Quality Management Process and usage related tools.
• Supplier Improvement: Initiate and implement supplier quality improvement programs, quality root cause analysis and implementation of appropriate risk mitigation measurements at the supplier. Track implementation and effectiveness of measures.
• Design Review and Improvement (supplier early involvement): Participate design review as main interface of SQM with design engineers. Conduct design review with suppliers for new design. Initiate early supplier involvement for new design if necessary. Support DTL (design to localization) and DTC (design to cost) effort.

What You Will Bring:

• You have experience performing supplier qualification, product/ process qualification & technical supplier development to provide a global, demand covering, quality assured and cost-effective supply base for responsible suppliers
• You have experience in leading projects and running virtual cross-functional teams in an international environment. You are a self-starter, determined and self-reliant; your organization, strategic, analytical thinking, leadership skills and intercultural expertise round up your profile
• You have experience with Large Steel Fabrication, or Casting parts. You have extensive knowledge in welding and coating. CWI certification preferred. NACE (AMPP / FROSIO) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO & ASME Standards.
• Open minded, results & solution oriented and strong analytical thinking. Advanced Communication/Presentation skills, basic Commercial Knowledge,
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and other quality & risk management methodologies
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of time. Must have or be able to obtain a passport
• Lead Auditor experience or certification
• You are fluent (writing and speaking) in English and Indian
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical field and/or working in Supply Chain

Pay Range:

$85,000 to $90,000 a year

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

This role is considered a hybrid position located in Charlotte, NC.

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.