Supplier Quality Engineer

Responsibilities

• Support supplier quality planning and execution of manufacturing, assembly techniques, and quality control processes using APQP and VDA processes
• Ensure all vehicle activities in the supply chain meet quality performance and functional standards
• Provide leadership at suppliers to ensure quality expectations and industrialization activities are met on time
• Manage proactive and reactive containment at suppliers
• Review and participate in the approval of boundary samples and appearance catalogs
• Oversee change management and product architecture requests
• Manage Supplier PPAPs and ongoing supply chain activities from development to series production
• Partner with the supply chain to resolve issues and escalations in a timely manner
• Lead supplier improvements in cost, quality, and manufacturability
• Facilitate technical requirement communication between suppliers and internal teams
• Conduct supplier audits and corrective actions to ensure performance and reliability
• Collaborate with Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine performance specifications and metrics
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles
• Validate supplier corrective actions using read-across methodology
• Support root cause analysis to ensure high quality of production vehicles
• Mitigate warranty claims through cross-functional collaboration

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical/vehicle engineering, industrial engineering, or related field
• 4-8 years of experience in Automotive OEM or Tier I environments
• In-depth knowledge of GD&T, inspection, PPAP, APQP, and VDA processes
• Strong technical understanding of vehicle development, production, and supply chain management
• Proficiency in quality management methodologies and safety requirements
• Understanding of IATF, VDA, ISO, DIN, and regulatory requirements
• Certification in AIAG Core Tools (MSA, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP)
• Ability to perform technical writing using SPC and data analysis
• Valid driver's license and passport required
• Ability to travel 40-70% domestically and internationally

About the Company

Scout Motors is reviving an iconic American brand by electrifying and digitizing it for the future of transportation, focusing on rugged SUVs and trucks.