Supervisor, Product Quality Engineering- EVERGREEN

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr‑Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Position Summary

Drive the advanced product quality planning requirements into new and changed product launches. Supervise product quality engineers and lead the implementation of advanced quality processes related to electronics hardware, software, and mechatronics technologies within the trailer product group and support of ABS/EBS and ADAS organizations as needed throughout product life cycle. Provide leadership in developing and implementing corrective actions. Partner with product group leadership to influence and set quality strategies.

Essential Functions

• Coach, develop and lead Product Quality Engineering Specialists in an Agile work environment.
• Lead teams in identifying potential risks and mitigation actions on hardware and software projects.
• Evaluate potential interactions with other products and systems.
• Perform stress and noise factor risk analysis and processes to identify possible product risks, failures and deploy adequate design solutions.
• Support the Product Development and Commercialization (PDC) Gate process and lead quality compliance review protocol from feasibility to product launch.
• Ensure tools such as hazard analysis, fault tree analysis, and DFMEA are utilized to identify product safety risks and assure robust design.
• Manage risk registers, mitigation strategies, and follow‑up communication planning.
• Lead analysis of reliability‑critical system elements and project‑manage corresponding mitigation actions.
• Develop effective working relationships to gain matrix resources and positively influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Clearly communicate project status, risks and scope changes to stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Assist functional areas and manufacturing locations with advanced quality planning, problem resolution, prevention and mistake‑proofing.
• Provide leadership for complex issues, corrective actions, and special project teams.
• Travel domestically and globally up to 15%.
• Maintain strong English communication skills.

Knowledge

• Proficiency in hardware, electronics, and software design.
• Experience leading Quality Assurance teams using DFMEA methodologies and moderating risk assessments.
• Understanding of trailer, ADAS/DAS systems, brake control mechatronic hardware, software, and electronic circuit analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute with speed.
• Leadership, organization, negotiation, coordination, and presentation skills.

Experience

• 5–8 years in a quality, electrical or mechanical engineering environment.
• 1+ year in commercial vehicle, automotive hardware and software product, quality and product development functions for electronic hardware manufacturing and assembly.
• 2+ years in manufacturing process development and commercialization of new products (strongly desired).
• 1+ year in Agile methodologies, project management and PM tools (Miro, Teams, Microsoft Project, Stage Gate, etc.).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (strongly desired).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 26262, ASPICE, SEI CMM.

Skills

• High integrity and team‑player attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships across teams and supply chain.
• Positive “can‑do” attitude and excellent communication skills.
• High energy, assertiveness, innovation, and process discipline.
• Leadership of technical specialists in advanced quality product development activities.
• Strong problem‑solving, project planning and follow‑up abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Six Sigma Green Belt (SSGB), SPS Statistical Problem Solving, Toyota Production System (TPS) knowledge.
• AIAG FMEA, Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and ASPICE certification are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range for Avon location: $105,400 – $158,200 per year (final pay based on experience, education, and other factors).
• Group healthcare plans covering medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan eligibility.
• 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence annually.
• 12 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday per year.
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Eligibility for company stock purchase and annual bonuses up to 4% of salary based on performance metrics.
• Benefits comply with Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements for employees on federal contracts.

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without sponsorship.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.