Supplier Quality Development Engineer – Electronics

Magna International • Troy, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Magna Mechatronics & Mirrors develops intelligent access and vision systems that enhance vehicle safety, functionality, and user interaction. As a global automotive supplier and full-system partner, Magna brings together expertise across Mechatronics and Mirror systems to deliver integrated solutions that support the evolution of vehicle architectures.

This role plans, supports, and implements supplier development programs to identify risks and improve the quality of purchased products. The engineer will evaluate, select, and develop the supply base, and assess new supplier technology to achieve maximum quality and productivity levels. They will formulate and/or assist in creating internal/external supplier development control policies and procedures, and the development of quality standards. The role ensures suppliers are compliant with corporate quality standards and serves as a technical liaison, coordinating the activity of internal and external resources. The engineer will also act as a resource by providing a problem-solving function, initiating action to overcome obstacles, and participating in continuous improvement efforts by leading supplier development projects/programs. Additionally, they will research, recommend, and support the implementation of new and/or existing quality assurance processes of suppliers. Other duties as necessary will be performed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred
• 5 years experience in electronics manufacturing
• Ability to develop suppliers to meet global OEM regulations and requirements.
• Experienced in supplier evaluation and development, continuous quality improvement, and open issues management.
• Solid understanding of APQP/PPAP requirements including Process Control Plan, SPC, GD&T, DFMEA,PFMEA
• Understanding of the IPC requirements.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001
• Hands on mentality with a proactive approach to identify and avoid problems in an early stage.
• Experience in root cause analysis and problem solving methodologies.
• Strong technical, engineering and communication skills in a global automotive environment.
• Solid organizational and project management skills and demonstrated effectiveness to lead and collaborate with cross functional/global teams.
• Strong drive to complete assignments on time in order to ensure flawless series production launches.

Nice To Haves

• Flexibility to travel up to 50% (national/international)

Responsibilities

• Lead development activities for underperforming suppliers through the Top Focus process.
• Conduct onsite assessment of potential suppliers.
• Participate in supplier tech reviews.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify underperforming suppliers.
• Support in corrective action review for major customer events.
• Participate and monitor the supplier APQP process.
• Conduct various supplier related audits on potential, new and current suppliers utilizing Supplier Capability Assessments, Run-at-Rates, Manufacturing Capability Audits, Control Plan Audits, etc., and take necessary actions as required.
• Support the sourcing process by pro-actively identifying and assessing potential/series suppliers.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensure all safety and non-safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.
• Review and adhere to Magna’s health and safety, environmental, and quality standards, operating procedures, and policies.
• Immediately report accidents, hazards, defects or non-compliance issues to management.
• Works and acts in a manner that will not hurt him/herself or any other worker.
• Understand and uphold the policies that prohibit workplace violence and harassment.
• Participate in all mandatory training.
• In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Safety & Health Act (Troy).

Benefits

• We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
• As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects.
• Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level