Senior Engineer, Materials Quality Engineering

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Engineer to join our Materials Quality Engineering (Supplier Quality) team supporting our regional supplier base and US manufacturing operations. In this role, the engineer will be responsible for assessing and managing supplier risk, capability, and quality performance for mechanically fabricated components, including raw materials, precision machined parts, welded assemblies, and other engineered components critical to our manufacturing operations.

Technical & Mechanical Engineering Responsibilities

• Understand supplier fabrication processes (machining, welding, forming, heat treatment, etc.) and how component variation impacts downstream assembly and customer applications.
• Develop and maintain material specifications, mechanical drawings, fabrication standards, inspection criteria, and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with fabrication suppliers on process improvements, capability studies, control plans, and advanced quality planning activities.
• Analyze material, fabrication, and component-related issues and lead robust root cause investigations (8D, 5-Why, fishbone, etc.).

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with Business Units, Procurement, R&D, and Operations to ensure continuity of supply for materials and fabricated components.
• Monitor key supplier metrics and provide visibility and escalation to cross-functional teams when needed.
• Participate in Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and risk mitigation strategies for critical suppliers and high-impact mechanical components.
• Train suppliers on key requirements and expectations, including Change Control and quality system standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• Advanced degree optional; Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt strongly preferred.
• Experience with supplier quality engineering for mechanical or fabricated components strongly preferred.
• 5–7 years’ experience in automotive, aerospace, semiconductor, industrial equipment, or other high-tech / precision manufacturing industries.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, machining, welding, metrology, SPC systems, PFMEA, and control plan development.
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (Minitab, JMP, SAS, Camline).
• Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, lead projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically or internationally.

Benefits

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge.
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting.
• Adequate health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs.
• Education assistance to support your learning journey.
• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.