Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Launch Support

Contechs Consulting Limited; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Contechs Consulting Limited is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Launch Support for a contract position in Troy, Michigan. The role focuses on embedding QA within program teams to ensure PPAP approvals, on-time milestones, and deliverables for vehicle launch.

The candidate will drive APQP through Job 1, manage supplier readiness, and coordinate cross-functional efforts with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management for a clean launch and transition to series production.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent
• 5+ years of supplier quality experience with launches incl. APQP management, PPAP authority, GP-12/controlled shipping, supplier readiness assessments
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience with varied components (stamping, extrusions, seats, plastics, seals, lighting)
• Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements for quality and efficiency
• Knowledge of launch readiness metrics, PPAP status tracking, and supplier milestone management tools
• Ability to interpret GD&T and engineering drawings; experience with dimensional reporting, MSA, and CpK/Ppk requirements
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• High integrity and capability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment

Responsibilities

• Manage full APQP process across assigned suppliers, drive PPAP submissions and approvals
• Monitor supplier readiness against program milestones and lead containment and corrective actions for launch-phase quality issues
• Coordinate GP-12 / incoming inspection requirements, support tooling and capacity confirmations
• Conduct pre-launch audits (VDA 6.3 or equivalent) and collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Program Management for a smooth transition to production

Skills

Supplier Quality

Launch Experience

APQP/PPAP

GD&T interpretation

MSA & CpK

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

APQP

PPAP

GD&T

VDA 6.3

Cpk/Ppk

Job description

Position: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Launch Support

Sector: Manufacturing Engineering

Location: Troy Michigan, USA

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

They are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Launch Support to join their expanding team on a Contract basis. The role will be located in Troy Michigan, USA.

Job Description

• Our Client are looking for an energetic, organized, experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE), Launch to join their growing team.
• The SQE, Launch will be embedded within Slate’s program teams to drive supplier readiness from APQP through Job 1.
• This position is responsible for ensuring suppliers achieve PPAP approval, meet launch milestones, and deliver conforming parts on time in support of Slate’s production launch.

What You Bring To The Team

• Engineering Degree or equivalate or previous working level experience
• 5+ years of Supplier Quality experience with direct involvement in vehicle or product launches, including APQP management, PPAP approval authority, GP-12/controlled shipping, and supplier readiness assessments.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Experience with varied components (Stampings, extrusions, seats, plastics, seals, lighting, etc)
• Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency and product quality.
• Strong working knowledge of launch readiness metrics, PPAP status tracking, and supplier milestone management tools.
• Ability to interpret GD&T and engineering drawings; experience working with suppliers on dimensional reporting, measurement system analysis (MSA), and Cpk/Ppk requirements.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• High level of integrity
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment.

What You Get To Do

• In this position, the candidate will be responsible for managing the full APQP process across an assigned supplier portfolio, driving PPAP submissions and approvals, monitoring supplier readiness against program milestones, and leading containment and corrective action for launch-phase quality issues.
• The SQE, Launch will coordinate GP-12 / incoming inspection requirements, support tooling and capacity confirmations, conduct pre-launch audits (VDA 6.3 or equivalent), and work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program Management to ensure a clean launch and smooth transition to series production.

Work Authorization Requirement

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
• Our Client is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process