Automotive Supply Quality Engineer (SQE)

Formel D•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Supply Quality Engineer (SQE) supports the end-to-end supplier quality process for motorcycle components, from new product introduction (NPI) through sustaining production and warranty follow-through. The role provides hands-on support implementing supplier quality systems, assisting with PPAP validation, and addressing early quality issues during launch and production. The SQE works closely with senior engineers, plant teams, and supplier contacts to ensure incoming parts meet quality and safety standards throughout the motorcycle lifecycle. The position is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and reports to a Supplier Quality Engineer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or relevant technical experience.
At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing or quality.
Basic knowledge of PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and GD&T.
Comfort working on the plant floor and with supplier contacts.
Willingness to travel up to 50%, including supplier visits.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

Assist with supplier PPAP preparation and submission tracking.
Support initial capability studies and dimensional validations.
Participate in design and feasibility reviews by gathering supplier feedback.
Help develop inspection standards and quality checks based on critical-to-quality (CTQ) characteristics.
Provide daily incoming inspection support and track first-pass yield.
Investigate non-conformances and issue preliminary supplier notifications.
Coordinate short-term containment activities for quality spills.
Maintain supplier scorecards and audit checklists.
Coordinate basic part returns for supplier analysis and early warranty claims.
Log field quality issues and help track supplier responsiveness.
Assist in preparing data summaries from warranty reports for team reviews.