Technical Specialist – SQE

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Supplier Quality Engineer developing complex suppliers and zero-defect components for Cummins. Applying APQP, quality tools, audits, and continuous improvement across global supply partners.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop complex suppliers and products that meet customer requirements
  • Build relationships with external suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders including Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Engineering
  • Coach and mentor Cummins professionals and suppliers on relationship-building, APQP execution, auditing, and problem resolution
  • Support cross-functional supplier-base strategies and supplier selection processes
  • Provide manufacturing consultation to suppliers to design Right First Time manufacturing processes
  • Apply APQP, AIAG tools, and Cummins specialty tools to develop zero-defect components
  • Lead complex product- and process-focused continuous-improvement projects using lean and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Conduct supplier audits for risk mitigation, supplier readiness, and performance improvement
  • Lead quality improvement plans for the external supply base
  • Lead root-cause analysis, support corrective-action development, and verify corrective-action effectiveness
  • Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, engineering standards, and customer requirements
  • Design and validate manufacturing and measurement processes
  • Apply statistical tools and quality standards including ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Quality, or related Engineering field
  • 5+ years of supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or product quality experience
  • Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and problem-solving tools
  • Strong understanding of machining, casting, forging, assembly, or engine components
  • Good communication skills and ability to work with global teams
  • College, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject required
  • May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations
  • Preferably 7 years of experience in a Manufacturing or Engineering role in the automotive industry or a similarly regulated industry
  • Experience with engine, power generation, off-highway, or automotive products preferred
  • Knowledge of VDA 6.3, IATF 16949, and AIAG Core Tools preferred
  • Supplier development and project management experience preferred
  • Fluent English communication preferred

Benefits:

  • Equal employment opportunity policy
  • Off-site remote work arrangement