The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible to perform quality assurance activities with externalsupply network partners of Volvo Group in order to secure purchased components meet designspecifications. We look for a candidate who enjoys the varying tasks of an SQE role, has strongcommitment, works well both alone and in teams and can handle a high pace. Since travelling to supplynetwork partners is a frequent activity, our candidate enjoys travelling and meeting new people, shallmaster communication both written and spoken and being able to handle multiple simultaneous projects
Main Responsibilities
- Manage portfolio of Axles and Transmission supply network partners, responsible for the complete quality ofparts
- Early involvement in supply network partner selection process
- Ensure APQP is performed and proceeding in accordance to required project timing and the risks aremitigated
- Verify and lead all APQP deliverables and approve PPAP submissions and tooling
- Secure the capacity & ramp up plan and implement Firewall / Pre-launch controls to ensure smoothSOP launch
- Drive the Quality concerns raised from Volvo plants with quick containment & secure the corrective andpermanent / preventive actions
- Lead transformation activities on sustainability and digitalization within SNQ
- Lead the evaluation and continuous improvement of supply network partners
Competence and Experience
- Bachelors / Masters in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering or related fields
- 8-15 years of relevant experience in supplier quality preferably from Automotive background
- Strong technical knowledge and manufacturing know how on Axles, Transmission and Power Train components
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Problem solving and Solution oriented mindset
- Ability to work and deliver results independently
- Strong networking and collaboration skills
- Excellent communication and analytical skills
