Supplier Quality Engineer (Industrial Solutions)

BorgWarner; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 medical coverage

onsite health clinic

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Holidays and vacation starting Day 1

Annual incentive program

Job summary

BorgWarner’s Hendersonville, NC site seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer (Industrial Solutions) to lead supplier qualification for data center power systems. You’ll own APQP/FAI, drive DFMEA/Control Plan alignment, and coordinate across design and manufacturing to resolve issues from early design to launch.

You will champion safe practices, monitor supplier KPIs, and collaborate with purchasing and engineering to ensure compliant, high-quality parts. Travel as needed; CQE preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years’ experience in supplier quality
• BS in supplier quality or related engineering field
• Preferred certifications (CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt).

Responsibilities

• Champion and ensure safe working practices are embedded in all processes.
• Serve as the Voice of Quality (VOQ) between supplier quality and the plant quality leads.
• Assist with supplier audits and qualification from design to manufacturing readiness.
• Manage supplier APQP, FAI and DFMEA/PFMEA/Control Plan changes as they pertain to quality engineering.
• Lead investigations and resolve complex quality issues with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics.
• Support sourcing with purchasing and ensure PO requirements meet regulatory and customer standards.
• Conduct reviews at milestones and product launches.

Skills

Supplier audit

APQP/FAI

Data analysis

Problem solving tools

Communication

Education

BS in supplier quality or related engineering field

CQE or Six Sigma Green Belt (preferred)

Tools

MS-Project

Word

Excel

Minitab

SAP ERP

Job description

Position Supplier Quality Engineer (Industrial Solutions)

Location: Hendersonville, NC

About Us

BorgWarner has nearly a 100-year legacy of innovation, delivering advanced mobility solutions worldwide. We’re now expanding into the high-growth data center market, providing advanced power generation systems for AI-driven data centers and microgrid applications. This growth builds our expertise in turbocharging, thermal management, power electronics, and advanced controls - reflecting our commitment to development, sustainability, and real-world impact. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that bring together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. We care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. We offer positions locally and globally with over 90 locations in 19 countries.

Pay & Benefits

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the following for all full-time employees: Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) with potential of no cost Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1 Competitive annual incentive program tied to business results

Job Purpose

We’re building a brand-new state-of-the-art facility dedicated to creating power generation systems for data centers and microgrid applications. This new hub will be at the heart of BorgWarner’s latest growth initiative, bringing together engineering, innovation, and technology in one dynamic space. Be part of a team that’s shaping the future of sustainable power and driving breakthrough solutions from day one. To learn more about BorgWarner's Industrial Solutions business, please visit: BorgWarner Industrial Solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion and ensure safe working practices are embedded in all processes.
• Serve as the Voice of Quality (VOQ) and primary Quality representative between supplier quality and the plant quality Leads and assists and ensures successful qualification and supplier approval from design to manufacturing readiness and manages supplier audits.
• Conducts and manages supplier risks and communicates to all the relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Owns and manages supplier APQP, PPAP/FAI and assists with changes to the DFMEA/PFMEA/Control Plan relationship as it pertains to Quality Engineering.
• Lead investigations and resolve complex quality issues through cross-functional collaboration in a structured problems solving by initiating and tracking SCARS and supplier deviations.
• Monitor and analyze supplier performance metrics.
• Supports initial sourcing in tandem with purchasing team, quality evaluations and ensuring purchase order requirements are reviewed and mandated in compliance with regulatory and customer requirements such as UL, conflict minerals, product safety etc.
• Conduct reviews of work results at key milestones and product launches.
• Act as a recognized expert in specific commodities and/or processes.
• Follow and promote established procedures and industry best practices.
• Work with and support manufacturing quality by driving improvements with supplier quality.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and lead business process enhancements.
• Support / implement assembly line improvements and Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA) and process controls aligned with safety and manufacturing standards.
• Collaborate across all levels of the organization to deliver accountable results.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Education /Experience Qualifications

• 5-10+ years’ experience in supplier quality BS in supplier quality or related engineering field.
• Preferred certifications (CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt).
• Knowledge: Quality management system ISO9001 Zero defects core tools (FMEA, MSA, Process Capability, SPC, Poka Yoke) Problem solving tools (8D, Why-Why, Is-Is Not, Cause & Effect, PDCA) Supplier lead or internal auditing Inspection and metrology Interpret technical drawings and GD&T requirements Manufacturing operations, casting, molding, machining, assembly understanding Supplier selection, approval, and qualification Risk assessment and decision making Quality metrics - COPQ, Scrap, Rework, FPY undefined.

Skills and Abilities

• Lead and conduct supplier audit Lead Supplier APQP, FAI Data Analysis Manage Supplier Risks Computer Skills, MS-Project, Word, Excel, Minitab SAP ERP System.

Job Requirements

• Proficiency in Supplier Qualification and Approval.
• Proficiency in Manufacturing/Quality Tools APQP, PFMEA, Control Plan.
• Ability to support receiving inspection supplier usage decision Effective Communication with all the stakeholder in a value stream.
• Close Gaps with Functional Departments (Manufacturing/Engineering/Suppliers).
• Manage and Lead Change Management where applicable.
• Able to Travel as applicable undefined.

What We Believe Inclusion

Inclusion: Respecting individuals Integrity: Honoring truth Excellence: Focusing on results Responsibility: Our commitment Collaboration: Building trust Safety.

This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Join the company

Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world.

Salary Range

$92,800 - $127,600