Senior SQE

At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team of associates is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Bringing the Future Faster by Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow.

As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. You'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAMand the world.

Job Posting Title

Senior SQE

Job Description Summary

Ensures that products being built and processes being used adhere to all standards and requirements.Monitors engineering processes and products for adherence to company and regulatory standards and practices. Participates in quality-improvement initiatives and projects.Performs quality reviews and internal audits; evaluates data and writes reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.Analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product.Recommends modifications to existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.

Job Description

• Ensure adherence to Supplier Launch Performance Manual for new programs through completing of APQP (Advanced Part Quality Planning) phases that lead to flawless Quality (PPAP - Production Part Approval Process), Capacity Planning and Verification. Escalate red issues and "date to green" plan to appropriate management. Ensure compliance to On-site review cadence of cross-functional teams based on priority levels. Complete PPAPs on time.
• Plan & execute SQ4th assessments. Follow up on actions from red/yellow path to green on critical suppliers.
• Drive robust problem solving process for Supplier Quality issues related to PRR's, Stop Shipment/build, Field Service Actions, Read Across Best Practices into Commodity Control Plans.
• Support on-site Supplier's Process capacity issues resolution - ensure a production plan exists to meet requirements and manage "date to green" plan.
• Conduct Supplier's Manufacturing Site Assessments to support sourcing through appropriate forums.
• Lead cross-functional team during Technical reviews and respective deliverable sign off.
• Support Implementation of VAVE activities to achieve cost reduction targets.
• Complete SQE Site Engineer training driving compliance to all organizational and corporate training requirements.
• Support on-site Supplier emerging issues (Quality, manufacturing, delivery, etc.).
• Engage with critical suppliers and address systemic Quality, capacity and manufacturing issues.
• Active participation on Matched Set Category Teams.
• Learn and adhere to all AAM Global Supplier Quality Engineering policies and procedures.
• Engage & participate on DEI initiatives.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor of Science/ Engineering, or academic equivalent
• Electrical background preferred
• Knowledge of AAM SQE tools, policies and systems
• Knowledge of manufacturing process(es)
• Understands interpretation and application of global quality standards (ISO-9001 & IATF-19649, and VDA 6.3)
• Understands GD&T

The following skills and experiences are recommended qualifications for this role:

• Experience in SQE Engineering, Product Engineer and/or Manufacturing or Industrial Engineer
• Experience in Quality systems, tools and techniques
• Experience in electrical (sensor, ECU, PCB, SMT) commodities preferred
• Manufacturing Process(es) Experience

About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with nearly 85 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce. We are AAM. Move with us, and join #TeamAAM.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [email protected] . AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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