Supplier Quality Engineer

Waabi

Pittsburgh, PA, US
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Lead supplier qualification and onboarding
Manage apqp ppap processes for safety-critical components
Conduct technical audits against iatf 16949 standards
** Waabi is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to oversee supplier qualification, manage quality activities throughout the supplier life cycle, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure optimal production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in quality management systems, advanced product quality planning, and experience in the automotive or related industries. **

Job Summary

  • Waabi is a leader in Physical AI unlocking the next era of autonomous transportation with commercial trucks and robotaxis.
  • The role involves leading supplier qualification, managing the full supplier life cycle from sourcing to production support, and ensuring compliance with automotive quality standards.
  • Candidates must possess deep expertise in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and problem-solving methodologies like 8D to drive corrective actions for complex electromechanical failures.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Waabi is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to oversee supplier qualification, manage quality activities throughout the supplier life cycle, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure optimal production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in quality management systems, advanced product quality planning, and experience in the automotive or related industries. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead Supplier Qualification and Onboarding
  • Manage APQP PPAP processes for safety-critical components
  • Conduct technical audits against IATF 16949 standards
  • Drive Root Cause Corrective Action using 8D methodology
  • Define special characteristics for mechanical assembly processes

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with autonomous vehicle or EV industry
  • IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610 knowledge for electronics
  • Certified Quality Engineer or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
  • Collaborative and innovative team culture
  • Ability to impact the world positively

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • Advanced experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, Gage R&R, and SPC
  • Proficiency in Solidworks, GD&T, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or ISO26262 standards
  • Approximately 25-50% travel required for audits and validations

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