Supplier Development Engineer

About the role

GHSP, a leading global supplier of mechanical and electromechanical systems for the automotive, transportation, and appliance industries, is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to join our team in Holland, Michigan or Novi, Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Develop production suppliers to ensure they meet established expectations for quality, delivery, and service.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to ensure supplier capability and promote design for manufacturability.
• Manage supplier APQP and PPAP activities in accordance with AIAG standards and GHSP's Product Development Process.
• Manage supplier progress through SOP +90 days and incorporate lessons learned into supplier development plans.
• Execute ongoing audits of approved suppliers and perform potential new supplier assessments.
• Assist plant quality teams in resolving major or chronic supplier issues, verifying root cause analysis, and ensuring implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Coincide with plant quality teams to ensure lessons learned are incorporated into future APQP activities.
• Evaluate supplier performance and communicate opportunities for improvement.
• Perform supplier risk mitigation activities to help ensure a stable and resilient supply base.
• Prioritize assignments based on timing, business impact, and risk.
• Travel extensively to supplier and GHSP locations throughout North America and internationally (up to 50%).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• ASQ CQE, CQA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, supplier quality, supplier development, or related engineering roles.
• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, GD&T, blueprint reading, Lean Manufacturing, and QS-9000/IATF principles.
• Commodity-specific knowledge and understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must meet the above requirements.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• Family health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clean, temperature-controlled environments
• Opportunities for career growth and internal advancement

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role offers a flexible schedule to accommodate travel and remote work as needed.

Additional Information

GHSP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.