Senior Engineer, Supplier Quality

Join Shure as a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE). Join our global team to shape world‑class audio products in a hybrid role based in Niles, IL, with opportunities for international travel. Responsibilities Qualify suppliers, purchased components, and products for sale, including validation of supplier processes and evaluation of required characteristics/specifics according to Shure standards. Ensure that suppliers deliver parts, products, materials, and services by developing production part approval package requirements, creating or modifying inspection instructions, coordinating evaluation and disposition of suspect material, and obtaining documented root‑cause analysis and supplier corrective/preventative actions for non‑conforming material through Shure’s SCAR system as appropriate. Represent supplier quality interests by actively participating in product development and commodity teams, including the supplier selection and evaluation process. Participate in product design & drawing reviews acting as the voice of the supplier with design engineering, metrology engineering, and purchasing; actively participate in Shure’s DFM process with suppliers. Evaluate suppliers on an ongoing basis, assess their overall capability and performance, provide feedback internally and directly to suppliers, and assist suppliers and internal teams in resolving performance or supply issues with purchased components. Aid suppliers in the use of quality improvement tools such as root cause and corrective/preventative action (the 8D process), control plans, cause and effect diagrams, statistical analysis (including capability studies and SPC), error proofing, and GR&R to drive performance improvement. Apply a data‑driven mindset by supporting engineering judgement with evidence and appropriate data analysis. Facilitate technical communication between Shure and JDM teams, resolving quality issues and aligning on specifications. Participate in the development and communication of the quality division’s best practices, methodologies, and continuous improvement activities. Perform system and process audits on site at suppliers (or virtually as necessary) according to Shure supplier quality audit standards. Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal teams including product development, purchasing, manufacturing, and quality to drive alignment and foster a culture of process compliance and continuous improvement in JDM supplier quality management; evaluate parts in a hands‑on manner, including participation in pre‑production product development builds and on‑site at suppliers. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Quality Engineering or related engineering disciplines. Minimum of 5 years in quality engineering, preferably with JDM and/or ODM partners. Experience with contract manufacturers (JDM/ODM/CEM) collaboration models and managing remote supplier relationships. ASQ certification as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP) is preferred. Ability to remain current with best‑practice trends, such as supplier partnerships, total quality concepts, and ISO 9000. Experience performing audits and monitoring supplier performance is preferred. Demonstrated ability working on complex assignments that include independently managing projects involving additional associates from within and outside supplier quality. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience with product life and reliability testing is desirable. Ability to multi‑task and set priorities based on Shure’s business needs with guidance from management. Adept at using Windows‑based applications such as Teams, Word, Excel, OneNote, and SharePoint 365. Ability to work on problems of diverse scope using data analysis and various problem‑solving tools. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (~15% average). Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas. Pay Transparency Base salaries for this position range from $99,000 to $158,000, depending on qualifications, geography, and experience. All positions also include an award‑winning benefits package. Benefits Comprehensive healthcare, mental health support, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, employee discounts, professional development opportunities, work‑life balance initiatives, employee recognition programs, and volunteering/community involvement opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shure