GPS Supplier Quality Engineer

Full-time

General Motors Proving Ground

Job Description
Role Summary
The GPS Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is a senior individual contributor who owns end-to-end supplier quality for a portfolio of diesel and gas engine, purchased drive unit, transmission, and CCA/Reman components. This role serves as the technical liaison between GM Purchasing, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Plant Quality, and the external supply base, ensuring robust Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), flawless launches, and stable current production performance across global GPS programs.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end supplier quality for assigned propulsion components (ICE, transmission, e-drive, and CCA/Reman), from sourcing through launch and field performance.
Assure supplier understanding of and compliance with GM 1927, APQP, PPAP, View email address on ev.careers, and GPDP deliverables; review and approve Control Plans, PFMEAs, Process Flows, MSA and capability studies.
Conduct on-site assessments of supplier manufacturing processes, BIQ/GMS implementation, and quality management systems; drive closure of gaps via formal action plans.
Lead structured problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Red X, DMAIC) for supplier-caused issues impacting plants, launches, warranty, JD Power, or safety; ensure robust containment, verified root cause, and systemic corrective actions, including read-across.
Implement and monitor supplier part qualification and certification (PPAP, View email address on ev.careers), including sample submission, capacity verification, and ongoing performance tracking.
Lead or approve Part-Specific Supplier Quality Statements of Requirements (SQ SOR) and Part-Specific Quality & Process CG content based on lessons learned, warranty, and launch issues.
Act as escalation owner for Controlled Shipping Level 1 and Level 2 (CS1/CS2): define requirements, approve 3rd-party sort, validate data (GM 1927-66 I-charts), and drive exit criteria.
Partner with GPS plants (engine, transmission, and CCA/Reman operations) to protect production: support emergency containment, shutdown/startup readiness, SD/SU audits, and restart verification.
Use line, field, and warranty data (PRTS, Warranty Cube, GCA, DRR, JD Power) to identify chronic issues, prioritize work, and measure effectiveness of corrective actions.
Mentor level 6 SQEs and act as technical coach on APQP/PPAP, CS1/CS2, problem solving, and use of GM 1927 standards; model Level 7 behaviors in ownership, judgment, and cross-functional leadership.
Represent GPS SQ in sourcing, Tech Reviews, M7 discussions, and Executive reviews; provide clear quality risk assessments and recommendations tied to supplier performance and readiness.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Materials, Chemical) or related technical field (e.g., Applied Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry), or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing, and/or engineering, with significant exposure to powertrain, e-drive, or CCA/Reman components.
Demonstrated expertise with core supplier quality processes: APQP, PPAP, View email address on ev.careers, PFMEA, Control Plan, MSA, capability analysis, and IATF 16949-based QMS.
Strong print reading and GD&T skills, including gage design/function and understanding of dimensional strategies for castings, machined, and assembled components.
Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional problem solving using quantitative tools (Red X, DFSS/DMAIC, SPC, DOE) and to close issues through verified, sustainable corrective actions.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs and supplier decks simultaneously, exercising independent judgment and influencing without direct authority.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with experience interfacing directly with suppliers and senior internal stakeholders.
Willingness and ability to travel up to :25–50% as required by program and issue demands.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior GPS Supplier Quality, Plant Quality, or Launch Quality experience for engines, transmissions, e-drive, or CCA/Reman portfolios.
Experience leading or supporting CS1/CS2, SPPS, and SCMS-based escalation and recovery for chronic or severe supplier issues.
OEM or Tier 1 powertrain/EV propulsion experience in launch, manufacturing engineering, or product engineering.
Technical or quality certifications (ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Black Belt, Red X Journeyman, IATF 16949 auditor).
Work Arrangement
This position is categorized as Hybrid . The successful candidate is expected to report to the GM Global Technical Center – Warren, MI at least three days per week when not traveling to suppliers, or at a frequency defined by business needs.
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel on a regular basis (25-50%) for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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