Supplier Quality Development Engineer

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Main missions:

The Supplier Quality Development Engineer (SQDE) is responsible to coordinate and monitor all Supplier quality development activities from the prototype phase to the full PPAP (SOP + 6 months) of the “free” purchased components (BOM) for its projects. By opposite the “directed” purchased component is out of this perimeter.

Responsibilities:       

• Facilitate development of supplier to meet Plastic Omnium Auto Inergy requirements (cost, quality, delivery, lean manufacturing, during supplier on site review, TS16949 (IATF 16949) evaluation, etc.)
• Development and implementation of Supplier On site Process Approval (SOPA/APQP)
• Manage supplier development activities to support VA/VE improvements in quality, cost, and delivery at suppliers
• Manage the handover transfer for BOM components from Development to Plant production.

Sourcing phase

• Contribute to the Supplier choice by doing Risk assessment with CDE & PB prior to sourcing
• Ensure the availability of main Quality documents validated for sourcing (APQP planning from supplier, Supplier Feasibility Commitment, Quality commodity checklist)
• Create PPAP request in Tempo linked to Sourcing committee decision
• Introduce and follow up the quality commodity checklist with the supplier.

Ensures the follow-up of the quality validation of the components in the development phase on its projects

• Participate to the kick offs meeting manage by purchasing department with suppliers
• Communicate to suppliers the Plastic Omnium Clean Energy System requests linked to APQP/ PPAP folder during Quality Kick off as well as specific quality items (CSR, APQP, Requalification, SFC, QCCL…)
• Periodically reports the progress of PPAP including the risks linked to the non-compliance of Quality, Costs and Deliveries requirements bases on project milestones (GRs)
• Raise development SNCR and follow actions plans associated. Lessons learned to be transversalize

Validate components of these projects

• Ensure with PB, QE, PAE, CDE that the suppliers know the documents listed inside norms and CTS and has understood the content of this norms, CTS as well as CSR (customer specific request)
• Participate to the component drawing review.
• Alert purchasing department (PB, CB) and SDL in the event of significant deviations related to the implementation of the quality tools planned in the supplier's APQP during his award.
• Perform process audits by measuring application and documentary deviations from PPAP folder and ensure implementation action plans including effectiveness of actions.
• Validate, distribute and archive PPAP files according to current rules
• Receive, validate and archive PPAP samples.

Monitors the status of the PPAP’s of his project

• Communication of a PPAP convergence plan in association with the PB to achieve Project PPAP milestone
• Reporting and escalation of risks associated with non- compliance versus project timing.

General and transversal other duties

• Support (but not lead) the plants in case of warranty issues (within SOP + 6 months)
• Participate with SDL and CDE on Quality Commodity Check List definition and review with suppliers before sourcing.
• Report to the Supplier Development Leader (SDL) the problems encountered with the suppliers
• Report to Key users and Business Process Owner (BPO) all difficulties or improvement proposals.
• Must comply with all Plastic Omnium work rules, policies and procedures
• Must comply with all safety rules and regulations
• Activity will be performed in a team environment (Core Team + Extended Team) within self-determined time constraints

Profile:

Personal Background

• Bachelor's degree required (Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, Technical or Business)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working at an automotive manufacturer or Tier I automotive within the role of quality or engineering

Job Technical skills

• Hands on experience in APQP and PPAP recommended but willing to train
• Ability to read blueprints and knowledge of GD&T
• Gauging – Measurement Systems Analysis
• Statistical methodologies
• Strong problem solving, decision making and prioritization skills required
• Solid verbal and written communication skills required
• Certified Quality Engineer (ASQ – CQE) and/or Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ – CQA) and plus
• Demonstrated ability to successfully adapt quickly to multiple manufacturing environments
• Strategic thinker and strong participant in the development and execution of the purchasing strategy

Job Soft skills

• Strong problem solving capacity
• Decision making and prioritization skills
• Solid verbal and written communication
• Leadership
• Presence commanding respect
• Ability to motivate those not in their direct responsibility
• Ability to communicate with confidence expectations within all levels of an organization from CEO to operator
• Work in a team environment within self-determined time constraints

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.