Electrical Supplier Quality Engineer

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Development Engineer (SQD) within Stellantis, is accountable to lead and manage suppliers in advance quality planning and process development ensuring suppliers obtain high operational efficiency, are industrialized, and have capable processes which meet Stellantis quality and capacity requirements. SQDs are required to work cross-functionally with internal and external Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing partners to ensure proper designs, suppliers, and manufacturing processes are selected and refined up to product launch and beyond. Additionally, they lead supplier problem-solving activities and drive change, ensuring best practices & lessons learned are executed across all partners. This includes managing post-launch supplier continuous improvement activities in all areas that may impact quality and warranty of our vehicle programs. In many cases, the SQD is looked at as the technical expert within respect to the manufacturing process of the specific component technology. Typical electrical components in scope are in the advanced electronics classification within the following systems: Infotainment, Driver information, ADAS, Safety, Mechatronics, Power Distribution, Starting & Charging, Safety, Sensors & Switches, E-Shifter. SQD Engineers at Stellantis partner with suppliers to review manufacturing processes, develop quality systems and ensure the highest quality components will be provided for our vehicles. This requires regular visits to, and audits of our supply base creating visibility and utilizing their engineering skills and knowledge to provide a significant impact on the success of our vehicle programs. At Stellantis, we deliver world-class results by embracing our values of Belief, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, Growth, and Energy as they are the framework for our culture. We believe in a life-work balance and provide team members opportunities for mentoring, learning & development, and exposure to senior leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical (Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Biomedical/Biomechanical/Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering may be considered) from an ABET accredited program or equivalent program.
5 years or more of work experience in automotive engineering, manufacturing, or supplier operations.
Proven vehicle electronics hardware and or software background (e.g., previous experience in automotive product design release, resident engineering, or component manufacturing processes).
Knowledgeable in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and structured problem-solving techniques.
Proficient interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team, with experienced abilities in directing and leading meetings.
Proven ability to manage multiple supplier projects and tasks.
Creative problem-solving ability and a results orientation.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office / Google Suite.
Ability to travel within the USA, Canada, and Mexico regions 20-40% (Typically 25%).

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
3 or more years of related engineering experience.
Knowledgeable in APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt skills Quality certification.
Comfortable leading complex electrical component & systems problem root cause analysis.
Automotive product design release and or system integration experience.
Automotive electrical systems validation and or vehicle diagnostics experience.
Manufacturing plant exposure/experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage suppliers in advance quality planning and process development.
Ensure suppliers obtain high operational efficiency, are industrialized, and have capable processes meeting Stellantis quality and capacity requirements.
Work cross-functionally with internal and external Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing partners.
Lead supplier problem-solving activities and drive change.
Manage post-launch supplier continuous improvement activities.
Review manufacturing processes with suppliers.
Develop quality systems with suppliers.
Conduct regular visits to and audits of the supply base.