Supplier Quality Engineer SQE

Supplier Quality Engineer SQE Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - US (On‑Site)<

Location:

Waukesha, WI (primary) with limited regional supplier travel Focus:
Mechanical & PFG (Commercial & Industrial)< <
Role Purpose<
The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) will provide on‑site, execution‑focused supplier quality support for Client's Mechanical and PFG (C&I) commodities. The role supports PPAP Levels 1-3, supplier audits, corrective actions, and supplier performance improvement, acting as an extension of Client's Supplier Quality organization.<
This role is hands‑on and delivery‑oriented, not advisory or theoretical.< <

Key Responsibilities (Aligned to Approved Proposal)< PPAP Execution & Validation< <
Support PPAP Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 activities in alignment with Client CSRs<
Verify and review PPAP documentation, including: < < PSW Process Flow Diagrams PFMEA Control Plans Dimensional results SPC / Cpk / Ppk MSA (GR&R)< <
Support on‑site PPAP Level 3 audits, including: < <
Process walkthroughs<
Trial run witnessing<
Sample sealing and validation<
Real‑time nonconformance logging< <
Prepare PPAP audit summaries and recommendations for PSW sign‑off (final approval by Client)< <
Supplier Audits & Corrective Actions< <
Conduct or support on‑site supplier audits (process, quality system, and product audits)<
Issue and manage nonconformance (NC) reports<
Drive supplier CAPA / 8D activities and verify effectiveness Support escalation of systemic or CSR interpretation issues in coordination with Client SQE leadership Cross‑Functional & Regional Coordination
* Work closely with:
* Client Supplier Quality
* Engineering<
* Supply Chain<
* Global SQE resources (India‑based Tata SQEs)< <
* Provide clear status updates, risk visibility, and documentation to Client stakeholders<
* Support coordination between US‑based and offshore SQE resources per the agreed RASI< <
On‑Site & Regional Support< <
* Be physically present in Waukesha to support: < <
* Supplier meetings<
* Internal reviews<
* Launch or issue resolution activities< <
* Travel regionally to supplier sites as required (with Client coordination)< < < WAUKESHA7 - 20 Years
10R26-Mar-2026

NACTIVE

Required Qualifications Experience
* 7-10+ years of experience in Supplier Quality Engineering
* Strong experience supporting mechanical components in industrial, power generation, or heavy equipment environments
* Demonstrated hands‑on experience with:
* PPAP (Levels 1-3)<
* Supplier audits<
* Corrective action management< < <
Technical Competence< <
* Solid working knowledge of: < <
* APQP<
* PPAP<
* SPC<
* MSA<
* Root cause analysis (8D, Ishikawa, 5‑Why)< <
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications< <
Client & Execution Fit< <
* Comfortable operating on‑site with the customer<
* Strong supplier‑facing communication skills<
* Practical, execution‑focused mindset<
* Able to work independently while aligning closely with Client SQE leadership< < <
Engagement Characteristics (Important)
* High‑visibility role with direct exposure to Client leadership
* Emphasis on speed, clarity, and execution
* Not a consulting role - this is embedded SQE support
* Expected to represent Tata Technologies as a trusted delivery partner WAUKESHAUSA7-20 Yrs