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















