Supplier Quality Engineer, Cabin

The role

The Supplier Quality Engineer (Cabin Systems) will define and implement supplier quality processes and drive continuous improvement. This role works cross-functionally to ensure cabin components meet functional, safety, and fit-and-finish standards.

What you will do

• Develop and implement supplier quality standards and processes for cabin interior and human-interface components.
• Inspect and test materials, sub-assemblies, and finished products.
• Conduct supplier assessments and evaluations for quality, craftsmanship, and safety standards.
• Plan and conduct supplier audits for quality systems and manufacturing capabilities.
• Participate in the supplier selection process.
• Lead weekly calls with suppliers regarding component quality and timing.
• Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues related to material defects, surface finish, and NVH.
• Lead supplier audits, APQP, PPAP, Gauge R&R, and safe launch activities.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or a similar technical field
• 3 – 7 years of experience in manufacturing quality or supplier quality engineering in the automotive, commercial vehicle, aerospace interior, or mass transit industries
• Hands-on experience or familiarity with vehicle cabin systems
• Understanding of core quality tools such as Quality Management Systems, Supplier/Internal Audits, APQP, SPC, PPAP (AAR), FMEA (DFMEA/PFMEA), and MSA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to visual and tactile details
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong understanding of interior manufacturing processes
• Proven experience in a quality engineering role within an automotive or commercial vehicle interior environment
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, dimensional checking fixtures, surface measurement tools, and root cause analysis techniques
• Experience with supplier quality management
• Proficiency in quality management systems (QMS) and relevant software applications

Nice to have

• ASQ Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Manager (CQM), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or higher
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2018 or IATF 16949 standards

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
• Early-stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

About the company

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company. They aim to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids.