Engineer - SQA

Job Summary

We are looking for a Supplier Quality Assurance professional with experience in supplier development, quality assurance, audits, and process improvement in the automotive industry. The role involves coordinating with suppliers, ensuring compliance with quality standards, conducting audits, and driving corrective and preventive actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier development and quality assurance activities for direct parts.
• Monitor supplier compliance with QA/QC policies, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct Supplier Quality Audits, System Audits and Process Audits.
• Support suppliers in PFMEA, process improvement and risk reduction activities.
• Monitor line trials, installation checks, and product/process validation.
• Inspect and evaluate materials, processes, equipment, and finished products.
• Ensure supplier compliance with company and production standards.
• Review product drawings and specifications for quality compliance.
• Monitor PPM, 4M Changes, SPC/MSA and layout inspection activities.
• Coordinate with suppliers on quality issues, corrective actions, and improvement plans.
• Support customer-specific requirements such as VSA Audits, Zero Defect initiatives and Mini Dojo.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination with internal teams and suppliers.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949:2016 and other ISO standards.
• Knowledge of core quality tools: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, MSA.
• Good understanding of GD&T and engineering measurements.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as:
• Die Casting
• Stamping
• Moulding / Insert Moulding
• Wire Harness
• Plating
• Sintering
• SMT Process
• Assembly & Testing
• Knowledge of Pareto Analysis, Six Sigma, 8D, Why-Why Analysis and FTA.
• Good auditing and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on experience with SAP/Oracle systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Key Competencies

• Supplier Development & Supplier Quality
• Quality Auditing
• Root Cause Analysis
• Problem Solving
• Supplier Coordination
• Negotiation & Persuasion
• Planning & Prioritization
• Good Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork and Ownership
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment

Preferred Candidate Profile

Candidates with 4-6 years of experience in Supplier Quality Assurance / Supplier Development within the automotive or auto-component industry will be preferred.