SQE (Supplier Quality Engineer)

Help shape the future of mobility.

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

Want to join us?

Position Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer coordinates & drives supplier quality engineering activities with focus on quality problem reporting and resolution.

The role requires a person, capable to set, control and ensure implementation of development targets in challenging situations and taking technological trends into account.

You’ll be the part of our Supply Chain Management community and will report to the Supplier Quality Manager.

Join our strong team to advance your career, grow and make a real difference.

Your Role

• Monitor supplier performance, develop and publish data reports and present data at site reviews
• Manage supplier performance deficiencies with e.g. Controlled shipping and NBH
• Supplier quality complaints: judge 8D reports and Problem Solving Tools analysis
• Support and push under performing suppliers in their improvement activities
• Manage supplier changes processing (SSCR)
• Support Cost Recovery activities between Supplier and Aptiv
• Support cross-functional teams (APQP/PDP) and function as a liaison to additional supplier development / supplier quality resources
• Lead Regional SPDP Planning & Analysis and Administration Activities
• Perform audits at suppliers concerning Manufacturing & Problem solving capabilities, independent planning, execution and rating of system and process audits at suppliers on request. Monitor/accelerate supplier implementation of improvement plans through follow up measures.
• Support Supplier Management in:
  • Scorecard and Performance activities
  • QFS, NBH, Major disruption activities
  • Customer requirements related to suppliers
• React as representative for SQ&D
• SPDP: identify and execute self responsible the tools out of the SPDP “toolbox” which are adequate to solve a respective problem
• Sampling Approval ( PPAP, PPF): initialize, observe, judge and approve products and processes at suppliers according to requirements
• Capacity verification (R@R): independent planning, execution and rating of capacity verifications (R@R)
• Special tasks: e.g. execution of internal activities (development of procedures; support of internal & external audits)
• Policies & procedures: Ensure that Aptiv policies and procedures are followed

Your Background

• Technical education (Engineer/Technician or adequate background);
• Experience of min 3 years of Supplier Quality, Advance Quality or Quality Area in Automotive industry;
• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality and engineering processes;
• Knowledge of Quality and Problem Solving tools;
• Experience in Auditing of suppliers according to IATF Standards - advantage;
• Experience in Claim Management;
• Knowledge of Customer Specific requirements (including German OEMs) and Automotive Standard - advantage;
• Fluent English
• Self confident appearance in front of Supplier Management
• Interpersonal skills to lead motivate and facilitate others in group situations and instruct others in new techniques
• Self-confident appearance in front of supplier management;
• Ability to prioritize work with only limited direction from supervisor;
• Flexibility and travel readiness;
• Driving license category B.

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Aptiv Rewards & Advantages

• Competitive compensation package
• Cafeteria system
• Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment
• Access to internal & external training
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow! 

#LI-AK2

Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.