Supplier Quality Engineer SQE

Key Responsibilities

• PPAP Execution & Validation Support:
  • PPAP Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 activities in alignment with Client CSRs
  • Verify and review PPAP documentation, including: PSW, Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, Dimensional results, SPC / Cpk / Ppk, MSA (GR&R)
  • Support on-site PPAP Level 3 audits, including: Process walkthroughs, Trial run witnessing, Sample sealing and validation, Real-time nonconformance logging
  • Prepare PPAP audit summaries and recommendations for PSW sign-off (final approval by Client)
• Supplier Audits & Corrective Actions:
  • Conduct or support on-site supplier audits (process, quality system, and product audits)
  • Issue and manage nonconformance (NC) reports
  • Drive supplier CAPA / 8D activities and verify effectiveness
  • Support escalation of systemic or CSR interpretation issues in coordination with Client SQE leadership
• Cross-Functional & Regional Coordination:
  • Work closely with: Client Supplier Quality Engineering, Supply Chain, Global SQE resources (India-based Tata SQEs)
  • Provide clear status updates, risk visibility, and documentation to Client stakeholders
  • Support coordination between US-based and offshore SQE resources per the agreed RASI
• On-Site & Regional Support:
  • Be physically present in Waukesha to support: Supplier meetings, Internal reviews, Launch or issue resolution activities
  • Travel regionally to supplier sites as required (with Client coordination)

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering
• Strong experience supporting mechanical components in industrial, power generation, or heavy equipment environments
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with: PPAP (Levels 1–3), Supplier audits, Corrective action management
• Solid working knowledge of: APQP, PPAP, SPc, MSA (GR&R), Root cause analysis (8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Client & Execution Fit:
  • High-visibility role with direct exposure to Client leadership
  • Emphasis on speed, clarity, and execution
  • Not a consulting role — this is embedded SQE support
  • Expected to represent Tata Technologies as a trusted delivery partner