Supplier Quality Engineer, Geometry

Scout Motors • Columbia, SC

12d • $95,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Scout Motors is reviving an iconic American vehicle brand, electrifying and digitizing it with American innovation. We are building a company that respects its past, present, and future, focusing on communities, work, play, and customers. We empower our teams to innovate, seeking visionary leaders, knowledgeable doers, and passionate go-getters. Join us to shape the future of transportation and make history.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 - 7 years of experience in Automotive Engineering/Product Quality focusing on Metrology/Geometry
• Very good technical understanding and sound specialist knowledge of Geometry and Laboratory testing in a vehicle environment
• Excellent knowledge of RPS and GD&T; vehicle technology in the areas of optical scanning, CMM, meisterbock, laboratory testing
• Very good vehicle assessment skills and a very good understanding of the vehicle as a whole
• Sound knowledge of quality management; proven ability to execute project management techniques.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, a high level of assertiveness as well as entrepreneurial thinking and goal- and result-oriented decision-making skills
• Leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams
• Proven results and ability to direct supplier activities at the management level to ensure suppliers can meet customer requirements and expectations.
• Strong technical writing ability using SPC and data analysis as well as an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Passport required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s in engineering, tool & die manufacturing, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the geometrical data from supplier for Supplier Quality requirements within the Supplier Quality group; responsible for geometric analysis, preliminary analysis and testing of individual parts and of total vehicles.
• Perform detailed geometric analysis of supplier parts using GD&T principles.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate quality control.
• Conduct statistical analysis of quality data to identify trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and apply statistical models to predict potential quality issues and evaluate supplier performance.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on quality metrics, issues, and improvement initiatives.
• Access and utilize cloud-based data systems to gather, analyze, and share quality data and insights.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams to facilitate effective communication and problem-solving.
• Travel to supplier sites as needed to address quality issues directly and provide support.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures and standards for supplier components and materials.
• Responsible to execute Quality fast response process to drive Quality improvements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance supplier quality performance.
• Analyze quality data and trends to provide actionable insights and recommendations for improving product quality.
• Develop and deliver training to suppliers on geometric quality requirements and best practices.
• Facilitate technical requirement understanding between Suppliers and Scout’s Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams to ensure total transparency.
• Lead technical strategies and project teams to resolve complex quality issues, acting as a Task Force Leader for critical technical topics when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive insurance including: Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including: 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
• Pay Transparency

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree