Supplier Quality Engineer: Drive Quality & Supplier Excellence

Canadian Solar; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Power Systems, a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier components meet strict quality standards. You will collaborate with suppliers, drive corrective actions, and lead cross-functional teams to resolve defects and improve reliability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in manufacturing quality, and strong knowledge of AIAG standards and SAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum of 4 years) or equivalent years of education.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a Quality capacity within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AIAG standards (PQP, PPAP & PFMEA, Cpk, SPC, 8D).
• Strong knowledge in SAP or related software applications.
• Six Sigma is an asset; lean manufacturing experience is valuable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including non-conformances, defects, claims, and customer complaints.
• Evaluate supplier performance, review and approve changes, and perform first article inspection.
• Lead cross-functional teams to investigate material quality issues and drive solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely resolution and prevent recurrence.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to foster continuous improvement.
• Assume responsibility for technical responses to suppliers on quality issues and drive corrective actions.
• Liaise with suppliers during visits, conduct process/system audits.
• Track and resolve open issues related to new product launches and develop control documents.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reliability.
• Support IQC inspection training, test equipment set up, and SIP updates.

Skills

Quality control

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

CS Power Systems, a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure supplier components meet strict quality standards. You will collaborate with suppliers, drive corrective actions, and lead cross-functional teams to resolve defects and improve reliability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in manufacturing quality, and strong knowledge of AIAG standards and SAP.