SQE Senior Specialist

Job Description: SQE Senior Specialist (Senior Supplier Quality Engineer) Position Title SQE Senior Specialist / Senior Supplier Quality Engineer Location (Insert location: e.g., Shanghai / Suzhou / Singapore / Sydney / Manufacturing Site)   Position Summary The SQE Senior Specialist is responsible for ensuring supplier quality performance, driving continuous improvement, and supporting new product and process introductions. This role leads supplier audits, manages quality issues, and collaborates closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to ensure suppliers meet company standards for quality, delivery, and compliance. The position plays a key role in strengthening the supply base and improving end‑to‑end product quality.   Key Responsibilities 1. Supplier Quality Management Lead supplier quality activities for assigned categories or suppliers Conduct supplier audits, capability assessments, and performance reviews Monitor supplier KPIs (PPM, delivery, quality incidents, corrective actions) 2. Issue Resolution & Corrective Actions Lead root cause analysis using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, or other quality tools Ensure timely implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Manage containment activities and drive long‑term quality improvements 3. New Product Introduction (NPI) & Process Validation Support supplier readiness for new product launches Review and approve PPAP, APQP, FAI, control plans, and process documentation Collaborate with Engineering and suppliers on process capability and validation 4. Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement Identify supplier gaps and drive improvement programs Support training and coaching for suppliers on quality systems and tools Promote Lean, Six Sigma, and best‑practice methodologies 5. Compliance & Quality Systems Ensure suppliers comply with ISO9001, IATF16949, ISO14001, or industry‑specific standards Maintain quality documentation, audit reports, and supplier records Support internal and external audits related to supplier quality 6. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, Operations, and Logistics to ensure supply continuity Provide technical support for supplier selection and qualification Participate in cross‑functional reviews for engineering changes and product updates 7. Risk Management Identify and mitigate supplier risks related to quality, capacity, and compliance Support dual‑sourcing and supply continuity strategies Conduct process risk assessments (PFMEA) and capability studies   Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related fields Experience 5–8+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or process engineering Experience in electronics, automotive, mechanical components, or industrial manufacturing preferred Strong background in APQP/PPAP, SPC, FMEA, MSA, and quality tools Skills Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Proficiency in quality tools (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, DOE, SPC) Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications Experience with ERP/MES/QMS systems Excellent communication and supplier‑management skills Fluent English for business communication Personal Attributes Detail‑oriented, structured, and quality‑driven Strong ownership and accountability Able to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders Proactive, collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities

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Stephanie Xiao