Supplier Quality Engineer – Drive Quality & CI in Solar

Canadian Solar Inc.; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Solar Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to ensure supplier components meet quality standards and specifications.

You will collaborate with suppliers to develop robust quality systems, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of quality experience, knowledge of AIAG standards (PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, 8D), SAP proficiency, and lean manufacturing mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field; QA accreditation or AIAG knowledge is a plus.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a quality role within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of AIAG standards (PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, 8D).

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues and non-conformances.
• Evaluate supplier performance and approve supplier changes; perform first article inspection.
• Lead cross-functional teams to address material quality issues and drive improvements.

Skills

Quality Management

Supplier Quality

Lean Manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Canadian Solar Inc. is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to ensure supplier components meet quality standards and specifications.

You will collaborate with suppliers to develop robust quality systems, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of quality experience, knowledge of AIAG standards (PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, 8D), SAP proficiency, and lean manufacturing mindset.