Supplier Development Engineer
HybridPančevo, Vojvodina, Serbia
Job Summary
Manage supplier quality activities for components in new projects and change management processes. Conduct technical reviews with suppliers to ensure compliance with quality and customer requirements. Lead and perform APQP activities with suppliers to achieve zero-defect targets for prototype, launch, and serial production parts. Drive supplier escalation processes and coordinate corrective actions. Plan and conduct VDA 6.3 second-party audits at supplier locations. Perform Measurement System Analysis (R&R studies) at supplier sites. Act as the quality interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Requires Bachelor's degree in engineering, IATF 16949 knowledge, and 30-50% travel.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Management, or a comparable technical field
- Professional experience in the automotive industry with strong technical understanding
- Solid knowledge of IATF 16949 and Automotive Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
- Fluent English language skills
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to travel approximately 30% to 50% of working time
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in conducting VDA 6.3 audits is considered an advantage
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