Position Title:     Engineer 2- 3, SQD

POSITION SUMMARY:

Position is required to develop suppliers in Quality and Product Safety areas supporting Bendix tier 1 suppliers for braking systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead and champion the application of quality and problem-solving methodology.
• Resolve high impact/complex issues at plant and supplier locations.
• Lead and train IATF16949, VDA6.3, and PSA audit.
• Manage suppliers through PAVE.
• Ensure success of APQP projects for suppliers (DMI+).
• Define and agree on actions with suppliers to meet PPM targets.
• Develop supplier’s systems in all aspects of quality and safety.
• Assure agreement for obtainable design/process controls.
• Mentor Supplier and Plant Quality Engineers in all the above processes.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Advanced knowledge of APQP, VDA 6.3, PSA, IS9000:2000, IATF 16949 and QMPP
• Advanced knowledge of statistics
• Advanced knowledge of SAP
• Advanced knowledge of quality core tools
• Proper application of GD&T
• Proficient with problem-solving tools

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years’ experience in Quality and Supplier Quality Engineering:

• Leading teams

• Managing projects

• Working with manager level at suppliers

• Dealing with confrontation

• Applying problem-solving methods and tools

SKILLS:

• Strong negotiation skills
• Effective communication skills
• Strong statistical and analytical skills
• Strong auditing skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to read GD&T
• Multi-tasking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Engineering
• Master's degree a plus
• Green Belt certification preferred

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

THE DEMANDS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE OF THOSE THAT MUST BE MET BY AN EMPLOYEE TO SUCCESSFULLY PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB.  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

Required Skills Required Experience