Supplier Quality Engineer (Electrical)

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects.

For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow.

Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more.

Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers.

The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges.

Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching;

paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

General Summary :

Responsible for reviewing current internal and external quality indicators and ensuring quality of parts provided by suppliers.

Essential Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and ensure the quality of supplied parts through collaborative partnerships within the company and with suppliers, includes : Supplier Process Audits, Initial Sample Inspection Report (ISIR) review and approvals, Good Part Teardowns.
• Production Support - Ensure the resolution of production related issues between areas , retro-fits, yard campaigns and material checks as needed.
• Monitor, and investigate concerns related to Internal (FTTQ, On-Line Repairs, VPC Issues, Customer Audit, etc ) and External (Dealer Claim, CS10K, RS10K, JD Power IQS, etc) quality indicators and drive continuous improvement through root cause and short-term / long-term counter measures.
• Work within cross functional teams, assist teams when / where needed for the good of the company.
• Strive continually for improvements and customer satisfaction in all facets of the business .
• Prepare detailed plans, reports, and schedules for the Quality Department.
• Implement and enforce all policies and standards .

Qualifications and Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field along with two (2) to five (5) years experience in the supplier quality engineering field within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of ICE (internal combustion engine) and Transmission is required.
• Ability to identify and root cause powertrain quality issues.
• Strong self-responsibility, planning, and organizational skills.
• Flexible schedule to work overtime, holidays and weekends as required.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Analytical problem solving and effective decision-making skills.
• Ability to perform multi-tasks with multiple priorities within a designated time frame.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in both exercising company decisions and carrying out essential job duties that affect efficient business operations and its objectives, policies, practices, and conditions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge Required

• Experience using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
• Experience with SAP system preferred.
• Possess technical skills and knowledge of quality control systems in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Understand Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• High level of knowledge in automotive part responsible commodity, and ability to learn other part commodities .

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression or veteran status.

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