Associate Supplier Quality Engineer

Rolls-Royce•Mankato, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Supplier Quality Engineer position is responsible for the quality of components purchased from the supply chain, supplier development, and inspections. This role involves developing and auditing suppliers, managing incoming inspections, and driving corrective actions for any quality issues. This position supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance and product reliability.

Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial engineering or 4 years of experience in quality, industrial or manufacturing engineering

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the production of internal combustion engines
Knowledge of quality control, raw materials, manufacturing processes, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of engines
Familiar with plant operations and equipment
Ability to trouble shoot and resolve assembly and quality independently
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong knowledge of geometric tolerating and related gauges
Knowledge of MTU products and/or internal combustion engines
Working knowledge of gauge and test equipment (torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers)
Excellent knowledge of statistical process control
Experience in resolving zero-hour engine defects with customers
CQE/CQA or similar certification
6 sigma experience or certification

Responsibilities

Oversee the quality of procurement and supply of materials, and products related to diesel engine manufacturing and development
Work proactively with suppliers to define specific quality requirements and standards, including development of inspection, verification, qualification, and statistical process control methods
Provide technical guidance to suppliers toward achieving part certification compliance with engineering drawings and specification
Develop and prioritize an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to ensure ISO-9001, process control capabilities and quality standards are met
Conduct supplier audits to determine compliance with safety, emission, and control characteristics
Track and analyze failure trends, identify issues, drive root cause analysis, recommend corrective actions and communicate high priority issues to management.
Coordinate qualification testing for operation and performance of equipment, engine components and systems, with little guidance.
Work closely with purchasing team in new source development and work proactively in a commodity team environment
Write and review technical quality documents, plans and procedures
Maintain Quality Assurance Programs and procedures, assure compliance with regulatory requirements
Develop and mentor co-workers with less experience to improve staff competence
Keep abreast of specifications, changing regulations and industry standards
Write and distribute quality data and reports