Technical Specialist – SQE

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in China.

📋 Description

• Develop intricate suppliers and products that align with customer requirements.

• Cultivate strong relationships with external suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders, including Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Engineering.

• Guide and mentor Cummins professionals and suppliers on relationship-building, APQP execution, auditing, and problem-solving.

• Assist in cross-functional supplier-base strategies and the supplier selection process.

• Offer manufacturing consultation to suppliers to establish Right First Time manufacturing processes.

• Utilize APQP, AIAG tools, and Cummins specialty tools to create zero-defect components.

• Spearhead complex product- and process-focused continuous improvement projects employing lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Perform supplier audits for risk mitigation, supplier readiness, and performance enhancement.

• Direct quality improvement initiatives for the external supply base.

• Oversee root-cause analysis, support the development of corrective actions, and validate the effectiveness of those actions.

• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, engineering standards, and customer requirements.

• Design and validate manufacturing and measurement processes.

• Implement statistical tools and quality standards, including ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related Engineering field.

• At least 5 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or product quality.

• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and various problem-solving tools.

• Strong understanding of machining, casting, forging, assembly, or engine components.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with global teams.

• A college, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific discipline is required.

• May require licensing to comply with export controls or sanctions regulations.

• Ideally, 7 years of experience in a Manufacturing or Engineering role within the automotive industry or a similarly regulated sector.

• Preferred experience with engine, power generation, off-highway, or automotive products.

• Knowledge of VDA 6.3, IATF 16949, and AIAG Core Tools is preferred.

• Experience in supplier development and project management is advantageous.

• Fluent English communication is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity policy.

• Off-site remote work arrangement.