Principal Supplier Quality Engineer - Mechanical Components

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There has never been a more exciting time to be part of an automotive technology company like Visteon. No industry offers more fast-paced change and opportunity than today’s automotive industry. We are in the midst of a mobility revolution that will completely change the way we interact with our vehicles, reduce the number of car accidents and fatalities, and make the world a cleaner place. Visteon is at the epicenter of this mobility revolution. Two major trends in the automotive industry – the shift to electric vehicles and vehicles with autonomous safety technologies – have created unique opportunities for Visteon. We are the only automotive provider solely focused exclusively on cockpit electronics – the fastest-growing segment in the industry.

Company Culture

Working at Visteon is a journey in which our employees can develop their strengths and advance their careers while making a difference globally. Join us and help change the world and how we interact with our vehicles. Visteon is where the best technical talent creates the future.

About Visteon

Visteon is a technology leader in automotive electronics dedicated to creating a more enjoyable, connected and safe driving experience. Our platforms leverage proven, scalable hardware and software solutions that enable the digital, electric and autonomous evolution of our global automotive customers. Visteon products align with key industry trends and include digital instrument clusters, displays, Android-based infotainment systems, domain controllers, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and battery management systems. The company is headquartered in Van Buren Township, Michigan, and has approximately 10,000 employees at more than 40 facilities in 18 countries. Visteon reported sales of approximately $2.5 billion and booked $4.6 billion of new business in 2020. Learn more at www.Visteon.com

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Mission of the Role: To drive the development and continuous improvement of the Americas Supplier Network by ensuring the successful industrialization and performance of mechanical components, supporting Visteon’s global manufacturing operations through technical expertise, supplier collaboration, and strategic sourcing.

Key Objectives Of This Role:

• Identify and develop new suppliers in the Americas region through comprehensive potential analyses.
• Lead supplier development initiatives focused on new technologies and technical capabilities.
• Ensure flawless industrialization of mechanical components using APQP/MLA methodologies.
• Manage supplier performance during series production, ensuring quality, delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support for quality issue resolution and implementation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely and quality delivery of components to global manufacturing sites.

Key Performance Indicators

• Number of new suppliers successfully onboarded and industrialized.
• On-time launch of mechanical components with zero major quality issues.
• Reduction in supplier-related quality incidents (e.g., PPM, customer complaints).
• Timeliness and effectiveness of corrective actions implemented.
• Supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality scorecards, audit results).
• Number of supplier improvement initiatives completed.
• Compliance with APQP/MLA milestones and deliverables.

Key Year One Deliverables:

• Complete potential analysis and onboarding of at least 3 new suppliers in the Americas region.
• Lead the industrialization of key mechanical components for upcoming programs, ensuring on-time and quality launches.
• Implement at least 2 supplier development projects focused on new technologies or critical capabilities.
• Achieve a measurable reduction in supplier-related quality issues (e.g., 20% reduction in PPM).
• Conduct or support at least 3 supplier audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or VDA 6.3).
• Establish a robust monitoring and reporting system for supplier performance.

Qualification, Experience And Skills:

Required Skills.

• 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, process/product engineering, or supplier quality within the mechanical transformation industry (e.g., stamping, die casting, injection molding).
• Strong knowledge of Automotive Quality Core Tools: APQP, FMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, MSA, SPC.
• Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Skilled in problem-solving using statistical tools and methodologies; Green Belt certification is a plus.
• Experience conducting audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or VDA 6.3); VDA 6.3 certification is desirable.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in English is required.

Key Behavioral Competency:

• Collaboration
• Values and beliefs
• Result Orientation
• Resilience

Reporting Structure: The Principal Engineer SPE I reports to the SPE Engineer Supervisor.

More Good Reasons To Work For Visteon

Focusing on the Future

Our company’s engineering platforms deliver scalable hardware and software solutions that enable the digital, electric and autonomous evolution of our global automotive customers. This strategy is driven by constant innovation, and you will support our efforts through your role. We are recognized across the industry for innovation. We have a strong book of business that will drive our future growth, along with a customer base that includes the leading global automotive manufacturers.

Company Culture

Working at Visteon is a journey in which our employees have equal opportunities to learn and advance their careers while making an impact globally. Join us and we will help you grow personally and professionally while you help enable the digital, electric and autonomous evolution of our global automotive industry. Visteon is where the best technical talent influence the future. Learn more about our culture here.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Visteon offers competitive salaries and benefits and an environment that encourages employees to develop their strengths and advance their career goals.

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