Senior Supplier Quality Engineer - Chassis & Vehicle Dynamics

About the Role

This Supplier Quality Engineer will perform quality assurance activities of purchased items within the project phase with the objective of monitoring and guiding suppliers to define and establish processes that can deliver parts according to the agreed specifications on a consistent basis. You are responsible for the industrialization of products from sourcing phase through PPAP approval and will manage a portfolio of suppliers within the Chassis & Vehicle Dynamic segment.

Responsibilities

• Perform supplier auditing and quality assurance activities of purchased items within projects for Vehicle, monitoring and guiding suppliers to define and establish processes that deliver parts according to agreed specifications.
• Be responsible for the industrialization of products from sourcing phase through PPAP approval, tracking and monitoring the entire APQP process.
• Manage a portfolio of suppliers, including travel approximately 50-75%.
• Participate and contribute during design and technical specification and manufacturing feasibility reviews with suppliers and Volvo stakeholders.
• Review tool design practices with suppliers, providing input as needed.
• Lead review of Control Plan, securing product and process characteristics are included.
• Promote best practices for automated process control, mistake proofing, automatic inspection, and segregation of defective parts in production process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or equivalent working experience.
• 3 or more years of supplier quality assurance experience.
• Knowledge in one or both of the following areas:
  • Chassis & Vehicle Dynamic components and systems and their related manufacturing/assembly processes.
  • APQP/PPAP.
• 3 or more years of GD&T experience.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

Qualifications

• Strong background in supplier quality assurance.
• Continuous improvement and zero-defect mentality.
• Ability to create networks, collaborate, and lead cross-functional activities within multi-cultural teams.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Annual company bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution.
• Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holiday days, and community volunteering hours.
• Onsite facilities and activities that make everyday living easier, including a cafeteria, fitness center, and health services.
• Inclusive organization that prioritizes employees’ health and well-being.
• Volvo Group University for professional and personal development.
• Global organization with expansive career growth opportunities.
• Modern workspaces that allow agility and collaboration.
• Multiple automotive electric charging stations, bike racks, walking paths, and outdoor dining/seating locations.
• Employee discounts.

Pay

The base pay for this position is set at $95,965 - $118,545 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range and final salary offered are determined by several factors including geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition, pay equity and internal equity of current team members are considered.