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Supplier Quality Engineer

Winston-Salem, NC
Permanent

Posted

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for a heavy engineering manufacturing environment in Winston-Salem. The role focuses on supplier quality assurance, development, and new product introduction (NPI) activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards across casting, forging, machining, and sheet metal components. This is a 100% onsite role supporting supplier development, production ramp-up, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct supplier evaluations and audits (PCPA) to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
  • Drive APQP implementation and monitor adherence to quality standards across supplier processes.
  • Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for supplier-related quality issues.
  • Participate in design and engineering reviews with internal and supplier teams.
  • Manage tooling lifecycle including kickoff, development tracking, and readiness reviews.
  • Oversee fixtures, gauges, and tooling readiness for production launch.
  • Conduct and monitor tool trials (T0, T1, T2, T3) and validate part fitment and functionality.
  • Ensure corrective actions are implemented for identified quality issues.
  • Support PSW (Part Submission Warrant) approvals and sign-offs.
  • Drive ECN / FETE implementation and manage engineering change processes.
  • Lead validation activities, safe launch programs, and production readiness reviews.
  • Ensure smooth start of production (SOP) and support ramp-up activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, and supply chain.
  • Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives and ensure delivery excellence.
  • Travel 30 40% domestically to supplier locations for audits and reviews.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • Proven experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) in a manufacturing or heavy engineering environment.
  • Strong exposure to casting, forging, machining, and sheet metal fabrication processes.
  • Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, and supplier quality systems.
  • Good understanding of AWS welding standards, material specifications, and engineering drawings.
  • Experience with GD&T and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
  • Prior exposure to supplier audits, tooling development, and production launch activities.
  • Strong background in industrial or heavy engineering sectors preferred.

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 254808860