Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, Metals, CVD, BIW, Tanks
About The Position
The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer owns supplier industrialization, quality assurance, capacity verification, and launch readiness for an assigned portfolio within Cab Exterior and Cab Interior. The role helps suppliers deliver components that consistently meet dimensional, appearance, functional, and durability requirements from sourcing through stable production. The portfolio may include exterior panels and trim, molded and composite components, lighting, glazing and sealing systems, seats, interior trim, and other cab systems, depending on business needs and technical expertise. The position is primarily office-based in Greensboro, North Carolina. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the Greensboro area. Regular travel to supplier and Volvo locations is required and may reach approximately 50%, depending on project and supplier needs. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Quality Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- At least three years of relevant automotive manufacturing, supplier quality, product quality, or industrialization experience.
- Practical knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), structured problem solving, and supplier audit methods.
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), technical specifications, and manufacturing processes.
- Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and applicable VDA quality standards.
- Ability to independently manage a supplier portfolio, prioritize risks, lead cross-functional activities, and influence decisions without formal authority.
- Clear communication, sound technical judgment, and a collaborative approach in a multicultural organization.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future employment visa sponsorship.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Greensboro, North Carolina area; regular travel to supplier and Volvo locations is required and may reach approximately 50%.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in one or more Cab Exterior or Cab Interior commodity areas, including trim, seating, lighting, glazing, sealing systems, or related cab components.
- Experience with injection molding, composites, painting and coating, foaming, upholstery, bonding, sealing, assembly, or related manufacturing processes.
- Experience with appearance standards, fit and finish, dimensional capability, functional testing, and durability requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead supplier industrialization from sourcing through APQP, phased PPAP, launch, and stable production.
- Assess supplier manufacturing feasibility, process capability, quality systems, and readiness; identify risks and drive recovery plans with owners, milestones, and escalation.
- Plan and execute supplier capacity verification, including Run-at-Rate and Significant Production Runs, and verify sustainable output against production requirements.
- Lead supplier audits and process reviews; review and approve Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Control Plans, measurement systems, and PPAP evidence within delegated authority.
- Participate in sourcing, design, technical specification, tooling, and manufacturing feasibility reviews with Purchasing, Engineering, and suppliers.
- Verify control of critical and significant characteristics through capable processes, mistake-proofing, appropriate inspection, traceability, and segregation of nonconforming parts.
- Assess commodity-specific risks, as applicable, including molding and coating capability, appearance consistency, dimensional stability, fit and finish, sealing, assembly interfaces, and functional performance.
- Lead supplier investigations and corrective actions; verify root cause, containment effectiveness, and sustainable results, including updates to PFMEAs, Control Plans, and work instructions.
- Coordinate with Supplier Quality Plant teams, Plant Quality, and Engineering to protect production, establish supplier clean points, and prevent recurrence while maintaining clear functional ownership.
- Manage quality risks associated with product, process, tooling, material, and manufacturing-location changes, including required validation and PPAP updates.
- Maintain accurate supplier readiness and performance information in Volvo systems; communicate risks, decisions needed, and recovery progress to stakeholders.
- Coach other SQEs and share effective practices across commodity teams and regional and global SNQ networks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive total rewards package.
- Learning and development opportunities through Volvo Group University.
- Modern collaborative workspaces.
- On-site cafeteria, fitness center, health services, EV charging stations, walking paths, bike racks, and outdoor dining and seating areas.
- Exclusive employee discounts and perks.
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
- Programs to help combine work and personal life.
- Bonus eligibility where applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
