General Motors

Supplier Quality Engineer

General Motors United States
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Job Description

Remote or Hybrid:

This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Warren Technical Center, Michigan you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role:

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will be the technical liaison between GM purchasing, product engineering, manufacturing, and our supply base. In this role, the Supplier Quality Engineer will work with the suppliers to resolve supplier manufacturing and quality issues, implement, and monitor advanced quality planning systems, and provide technical support throughout the lifecycle for Die Casting, Sand Casting and Permanent Mold Casting.

What You'll Do:

  • Assuring supplier understanding and compliance with APQP processes and product PPAP submission and approval requirements.
  • Reviewing and approving supplier quality plans (Control Plans, PFMEA) for new components and assemblies for new vehicle.
  • Reviewing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems.
  • Facilitating root cause analysis and corrective actions of supplier quality issues
  • Performing on-site supplier visits for root cause analysis and verification of correction actions of supplier quality issues
  • Implementing and monitoring supplier part qualification and certification processes (PPAP, Run at Rate).
  • Improving quality performance of suppliers by conducting onsite workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a robust quality system, or other technical support as required.
  • Providing technical assistance during supplier launch, change-over and ongoing production activities.


Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree is required. Degree in Engineering preferred (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, Welding, Plastics, Materials, Chemical preferred) or an equivalent Technical Degree such as Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics is acceptable, other may be considered.
  • Minimum 5+ years experience in quality, engineering and/or manufacturing.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of die cast manufacturing, process development and tooling design utilizing simulation analysis.
  • Demonstrated launch and process development responsibility for die castings, permanent mold or sand castings.
  • Proficient in print reading and interpretation, part measurement, gage design and function.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of geometric design and tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of probability, statistical quality control and design of experiments.
  • Demonstrated ability to investigate quality problems and to apply sound technical judgment to develop potential solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and lead diverse cross functional teams simultaneously.
  • High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
  • Strong oral, written and presentation skills.


GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

The expected base compensation for this role is between:

93,400.00 - 149,200.00 USD Annual. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:

  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
  • Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
  • Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
  • Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
  • Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
  • Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.


Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Quality Assurance
  • Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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