Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer

As an Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer at Expleo, your key responsibilities include ensuring the proper deployment of the APQP process and its deliverables, identifying and validating CTQ requirements during the design phase, facilitating understanding of these requirements among stakeholders, leading risk analysis activities, and evaluating and approving PPAP documentation to ensure compliance. Your role is pivotal in coordinating with both internal teams and external suppliers to achieve quality and efficiency.

To qualify as an Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer at Expleo, you should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, along with at least 5 years of technical experience in industrial environments, particularly related to mechanical components. Experience in design, methods, or industrial quality is essential, alongside strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and automotive industry standards like APQP.

APQP, or Advanced Product Quality Planning, is a structured approach aimed at securing quality in the manufacturing process. For an Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer at Expleo, the APQP process ensures that all critical quality aspects are addressed during the product development phase, leading to enhanced product quality and reliable production. You will be responsible for deploying this process effectively and ensuring compliance with CTQ standards.

Expleo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our Advanced Supplier Quality Engineers, including meal vouchers, private medical insurance, performance bonuses, and seasonal bonuses for Easter and Christmas. Additionally, we provide options for remote work depending on project requirements, along with various discounts for different services, creating a well-rounded work experience.

Expleo is committed to the professional development of its employees. As an Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer, you will have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, industry insights, and the chance to work on diverse projects across various sectors. This not only enhances your skill set but also prepares you for future challenges in the ever-evolving engineering landscape.

The APQP process is a risk management tool designed to ensure product quality through a structured approach from conception to production. In your answer, emphasize its significance in preventing quality issues by addressing potential risks early on, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned, and that CTQ requirements are met throughout the development cycle.

Prioritizing tasks is crucial in handling multiple components efficiently. You might discuss using methodologies like Eisenhower's Matrix or establishing clear criteria based on deadlines, complexity, and impact on project quality. Share examples from past experiences that illustrate how you've managed competing priorities.

Effective communication is key to successful collaboration with suppliers. Highlight strategies such as regular updates, clear documentation, and establishing a feedback loop that allows for prompt issue resolution. Providing examples of past experiences where your communication enhanced supplier relationships will strengthen your response.

Handling conflicts involves clear communication and a collaborative approach. Describe how you would first seek to understand the supplier's perspective, then use data and quality standards to facilitate a resolution. Highlight the importance of maintaining a positive relationship while ensuring compliance.

VDA process audits are critical in the automotive industry for ensuring compliance with quality standards. Discuss any previous experience you have conducting or preparing for these audits, focusing on the steps you took to ensure readiness and how the audits positively impacted quality assurance processes.

CTQ requirements are essential characteristics that must be met to ensure the quality of the final product. Explain your approach to determining these requirements, such as analyzing customer feedback, industry standards, and involving cross-functional teams during the design phase to gather diverse insights.

Evaluating and approving PPAP documentation requires a meticulous approach. Describe the criteria you look for, including conformity to specifications, completeness of documentation, and alignment with CTQ requirements. It's also helpful to mention how you collaborate with design and industrialization teams in this process.

Challenges can arise in many forms, such as supplier non-compliance or discrepancies in quality expectations. Discuss specific situations you've faced, the strategies you employed to address them, and the outcomes, showcasing your problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Discussing your experience with mechanical components involves detailing the types of components you've worked on, the manufacturing processes involved, and any specific quality challenges you've encountered. Tie this back to how these experiences make you a strong candidate for the Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer role.

When answering this question, reference Expleo's commitment to innovation, quality, and professional development. Discuss how the company’s values align with your career goals and how you believe your skills can contribute to the mission of guiding organizations toward operational excellence.