Quality Engineer II - Wire Harness

Quality Engineer II – Wire Harness

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.

Position located at the SEWS – Farmington Hills, Michigan Office. This is a Hybrid position combining in office and off‑site work. Associates are required to work at least three days in the office each week, while enjoying flexibility to work off‑site.

Quality Engineer II to support all Rivian PPAPs and to assess and resolve issues. Coordinate with manufacturing facilities to meet PPAP dates and ensure all APQP deliverables are met.

• Review with manufacturing facilities all PPAP deliverables to meet PPAP dates.
• Collaborate with teams on APQP deliverables for each launch phase.
• Maintain contact with customer quality representatives (SDE) to review product PPAP status throughout program phases.
• Participate in creating and/or interpreting quality‑related documentation for project design history files (APQP Plan, customer requirements, FMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, FPSO plans, etc.).
• Engage on teams that identify risks/hazards associated with product designs, processes, applications, and production phases.
• Monitor customer PPAP portals, assess perceptions, and make judgments regarding necessary actions during new product launch phases. Provide feedback to responsible organizations and ensure required improvement activities.
• Coordinate 8D problem‑solving for any customer concern during maturation until MP.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality or related field, plus 3‑5 years industry‑specific experience in automotive quality assurance or engineering.
• ASQ CQE level certification or equivalent (preferred). Certification or demonstrated equivalent ability in a technical problem‑solving discipline (Six Sigma, Shainin, Kepner‑Tregoe, etc.) is preferred.
• Knowledge of automotive OEM structure, manufacturing and technical demands, and customer relationships; at least 3 years of experience in Quality, Engineering and/or Design/Product Development Engineering in the automotive industry.
• Working knowledge of automotive EDS systems, components and reasonable proficiency in APQP process.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, product specifications, procedures and standards.
• Strong organization and communication skills, including presentation proficiency to all levels of customer management and staff.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Some on‑call and/or shift work is necessary and expected to support customer requirements.
• Proficient in standard MS Office PC/software applications and automotive OEM web applications.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

• Quality Assurance
• Industries:
  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Interested candidates should submit cover letter and salary history when applying. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400‑year‑old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability. With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has delivered innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics. SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers.

Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation. To learn more about us, please visit  Follow us on Linked In:

Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields:
Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. We are a Fortune global 500 company. To learn more about the Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit  Follow us on Linked In:

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sumitomo Electric by 2x.

Apply BELOW