**Job ID Number** R4749 **Employment Type** Full time **Worksite Flexibility** Hybrid **Job Summary** As a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Electrical you will be responsible for leading activities with suppliers to assure quality is built into every component and items meet our client’s Sensors requirements. Our client is looking to transform and create a best-in-class supply base that will enable “zero defect quality culture” and significant growth within the business **Job Description** We are seeking a **Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) – Electrical** . We are looking for experience in SQE, handling electronic components, cables, Wafers, PCBs, and knowledge of automotive APQP, PPAP Package, VDA Standard, IATF Standard, IPC Standard, availability to travel, etc. This is a **remote** position and is a **6+ month contract** with the strong possibility of extension. Contract to hire is also possible for the right candidate. **This position requires up to 50% travel across the US, Mexico and Canada.** Additionally, the plant is located in Hampton, VA. Candidates must be comfortable traveling to the facility as requested. All travel costs will be reimbursed. **Candidates must be eligible to work in the US without a need for sponsorship now or in the future. A valid, current passport is also required.** The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will lead activities with suppliers to assure quality is built into every component and items meet our client’s Sensors requirements. Our client is looking to transform and create a best-in-class supply base that will enable “zero defect quality culture” and significant growth within the business. **What You’ll Do:** + Work with assigned suppliers to organize and implement actions to assure delivery of products and/or services that meet established requirements and fulfills customer needs and expectations + Coach suppliers regarding Operational Excellence, Root Cause Corrective Action, Problem Solving, Lean Six Sigma etc. + Lead, drive, and support root cause and corrective action investigations with the supply base + Review and approve FAIRs, PPAPs, 8D reports, verify effectiveness of corrective actions + Effectively facilitate supplier assessments/audits on time + Maintain compliance to established procurement and quality systems + Develop and oversee necessary supplier Zero Defect continuous improvement plans + Lead initiatives and special projects as assigned to support commodity and supply base improvements + Implement plans to drive key metrics, such as cost of poor quality, supplier recovery, defect rate, supplier quality plan engagement/effectiveness, PPAP completion, audit execution and corrective and preventative action closure + Analyzes data to identify chronic underperforming suppliers and establish a rhythm to monitor PDCA process to ensure improvement. + Ability to travel up to 50%. **What You’ll Need** Required: + BS in Engineering or equivalent + 5-10 years quality experience. + 4+ years Supplier Quality experience + 10+ years Automotive, Medical, Aerospace experience + Advanced knowledge/ experience with PCB, PBAs, electronics, wafers or connectors + IPC-600, IPC- 610, IPC-620 Knowledge certification + Root cause analysis/ Problem solving / Lean / Six Sigma acumen + Knowledge of quality tools FAIR, PPAP, APQP, 8D etc. + Knowledge of Automotive, Medical, Aerospace &/or Industrial standards (IATF, AS, ISO, etc.) + Results oriented, driven individual + Ability to successfully interact within a quality, engineering, design and manufacturing communities and the supply chain **Physical Requirements** + Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards + Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc. + Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard and monitor \#LI-GE1 **Reasonable Accommodation Statement** If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111. **Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement** It is the policy of CAI not to discriminate against any employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. 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