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Supplier Quality and Development Engineer; Electrical

General Motors
USA
Full-time
Junior · 2+ years experience
Discovered 3 days ago

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What You'll Do

  • Lead APQP with assigned suppliers to meet or exceed program timing and quality targets, ensuring manufacturing readiness at key milestones.
  • Review and approve supplier quality deliverables, including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Control Plans, MSA, and capability studies, ensuring alignment to GM standards and customer specific requirements.
  • Review and approve PPAP and Run@Rate submissions, confirming process capacity, stability, and robust control of key characteristics prior to production release.
  • Monitor supplier performance using key quality metrics (PPM, SPPS, PRTS, warranty, launch issues) and drive continuous improvement through structured action plans and workshops.
  • Lead structured problem solving (e.g., Red X, 7 Diamonds, 8D/SPPS) for supplier-related issues, from fast containment through root cause analysis and robust long-term corrective actions.
  • Conduct on-site supplier assessments and process reviews to verify manufacturing process capability, quality management system robustness, and compliance with IATF 16949 and GM customer specific requirements
  • Partner cross-functionally with Design Release Engineering, Manufacturing, Plant Quality, Purchasing, and Launch teams to ensure alignment on design changes, risk mitigation, and launch readiness.
  • Develop and share lessons learned across programs and commodities to prevent recurrence of systemic issues and strengthen standard work for sup Supplier Quality and Development.
  • As SQE GCL, you will represent Supplier Quality and Development in sourcing decisions and ensure the selected supplier can meet GM’s quality requirements.
  • Your Skills & Abilities ( Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or related) or an equivalent technical degree (e.g., Applied Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)
  • 2 years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or product engineering preferably in the automotive or closely related industry.
  • Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, Run@Rate, control plans, PFMEA, Measurement System Analysis, and Statistical Process Control.
  • Proficient in print reading, GD&T, gage design and selection, part measurement, or application of dimensional data for decision making.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, tooling, automation, and process controls.
  • Demonstrated ability to use probability, statistical quality control, and design of experiments for problem solving and process optimization.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence without direct authority, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, and leadership at multiple levels.
  • Strong oral, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to summarize complex technical issues into clear, action-oriented updates for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Travel is required (approximately 40–50% domestic) to visit supplier manufacturing locations and GM facilities.
  • What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Advanced degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.
  • Automotive supplier quality experience with direct responsibility for APQP/PPAP on complex components (e.g., electrical/electronic modules, PCBAs).
  • Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing processes, including SMT, through-hole assembly, soldering, inspection, and common quality defects.
  • Formal training or certification in Red X, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or equivalent structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Previous experience leading suppliers through significant launch, ramp-up, or recovery situations, including containment, 3rd-party inspection management, and escalation processes.
  • Demonstrated success coaching suppliers to build robust quality management systems, improve process capability, and institutionalize layered process audits and error-proofing.
  • Strong data analytics skills (e.g., Excel, statistical tools, visualization) to identify patterns, prioritize issues, and monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions.
  • Experience working in global, multi-cultural environments, with the ability to adapt communication and leadership style across regions and cultures.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or related) or an equivalent technical degree (e.g., Applied Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry)

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