Job Purpose (Significance Of The Role & Objectives)
Ensure quality and reliability of electrical, electronics, and battery system components sourced from supplier networks (HV/LV wiring harnesses, PCBA, battery components, control modules). Drive supplier quality processes (APQP/PPAP), performance assessments, audits, and corrective action to meet Pravaig quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities And Deliverables
- Lead supplier qualification and assessment activities for electrical/electronic parts including HV/LV harnesses, PCBAs, ECUs, connectors, and battery modules.
- Establish and maintain supplier quality standards, documentation, and control processes for electrical/electronic products.
- Conduct supplier process audits (on-site and remote) evaluating PCB assembly, harness fabrication, electrical testing, and quality system compliance.
- Collaborate with design engineering on DFMEA, test method reviews, and manufacturing readiness to mitigate risks early in the design cycle
- Drive root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone), corrective action plans, and continuous improvement with suppliers for electrical/electronic quality concerns.
- Monitor supplier performance indicators (defects, on-time delivery, yield, audit results).
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements relevant to electrical/electronic manufacturing and EV safety
Desired Qualifications: Required Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related engineering field.
- 37+ years experience in electrical/electronics supplier quality, automotive electronics QA/QE, or electronics manufacturing quality.
- Strong understanding of quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, SPC, FMEA, MSA) and electrical/electronic testing standards.
- Experience with electrical test verification, harness quality, PCBA inspection standards (IPC where relevant).
Preferred Skills
- Quality certifications: ASQ CQE, CQA, Lean Six Sigma, or Lead Auditor.
- Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 26262), automotive EMC/EMI expectations, and battery system quality.
- Capability to interpret electrical technical documentation, schematics, and test data.
Key Competencies
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of APQP/PPAP methodologies.
- Proficiency in supplier auditing & assessment techniques.
- Capability in data analysis, SPC, root cause tools, and risk management
- Strong analytical, electrical troubleshooting, and process evaluation skills applicable to complex EV systems
Behavioural & Interpersonal Skills
- Effective communication & negotiation with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork skills
- Project coordination & time management in cross-functional environments
Audit & Travel Expectations
- Conduct both on-site and remote supplier audits as required
- Willingness to travel for supplier assessments and validations
- Participate in supplier capability evaluations and quality readiness reviews.
