Supplier Quality Engineer III (GM Energy)

Location: Hybrid – 3 days onsite (Tues–Thurs), WFH Monday & Friday

Schedule: Core hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (flexible); early morning / late evening availability required

Duration: 12-month contract with strong extension potential

Travel: International travel ~25–50% (Asia: Taiwan, China, Thailand, Vietnam)

Sponsorship Eligibility

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Applicants requiring current or future sponsorship (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.) will not be considered.

Position Summary

As the GM Energy Quality Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for managing and executing the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process with a proactive approach. You will ensure suppliers’ understanding and adherence to quality processes such as Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Control Plans, FMEA, and Run at Rate verification. This role is vital in supporting manufacturing processes, risk mitigation, and ensuring that both GM and its customers receive the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute APQP processes with assigned suppliers to achieve or exceed program milestones and deliverables.
• Conduct regular program reviews and escalate issues when necessary.
• Ensure the supply base complies with GME standards, enabling detection and prevention of out-of-standard conditions before they progress to the next process or manufacturing site.
• Respond promptly to out-of-standard conditions, collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues efficiently.
• Travel up to 50% to supplier manufacturing sites, primarily in Asia (Taiwan, China, Thailand), to verify quality plans and process adherence.
• Lead or facilitate root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions, including on-site verification and read-across of lessons learned.
• Engage and manage relationships with suppliers; escalate and communicate with senior leaders when needed to achieve positive results.
• Perform additional duties, such as providing public charging support, as assigned.
• Provide support during evening hours on occasion to accommodate the Asian supplier base.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, or a related technical field preferred (especially if experience is below 5 years).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality or Engineering roles relevant to automotive production or EV chargers/adapters.
• Experience with circuit board manufacturing and/or electrical components.
• Proficient in print reading, part measurement, gage design, and interpretation.
• Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T).
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant procedures, tooling, equipment, and facilities.
• Understanding of probability, statistical quality control, and design of experiments.
• Experience in investigating quality problems and providing effective technical solutions.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 40-50%, primarily to Asia (Taiwan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.)..

Top 3 Skills/Experiences

1. Deep experience with PPAP and APQP processes for automotive launches and industry standards.
2. Strong sense of urgency, adaptability, and ability to learn quickly.
3. Ability to work independently while being a team player and executing responsibilities autonomously.

Automotive and quality industry background highly preferred.

Work Environment

Hybrid work arrangements are available. Hybrid roles typically require on-site presence at least three times a week or as directed by management.

HRU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to Apply for This Job:

To apply for this position, please follow these steps: Apply for this job with your current resume. We’ll get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next you’ll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage we’ll give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.