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Supplier Quality Engineer, Battery Pack & BMS Our Next Energy Inc. | ONE Novi, MI Job Details 12 hours ago Qualifications Communication with suppliers Defect resolution root cause analysis Collaboration with manufacturing teams PPAP Cross-functional communication Failure analysis Full Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead supplier qualification and approval for mechanical, electrical, and electronic components (enclosures, busbars, connectors, BMS boards, sensors, wiring harnesses). Drive supplier corrective actions using the 8D methodology, including containment, root cause analysis, and corrective action closure. Manage Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) using AIAG core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA). Plan and conduct supplier risk, QMS, product, and process audits; maintain supplier scorecards tracking Quality and Delivery performance. Coordinate special-process assessments where applicable (e.g., welding, soldering, wiring harness, plating/coating). Develop and administer Safe Launch plans, including enhanced inspection controls and agreed exit criteria, to protect early production material. Support Design-for-Manufacturing (DFM) and Design-for-Assembly (DFA) reviews with Engineering. Ensure supplier measurement systems are capable and traceable and manage supplier process and material change notifications. Partner with Supply Chain & Procurement on supplier risk assessment, new supplier onboarding, and sub-tier supplier management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

2+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering or a closely related quality function. Technical background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline. Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills (8D, 5-Why, FMEA, or similar methodologies). Experience with AIAG core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA). Experience managing component or parts suppliers, including

PPAP/APQP.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Manufacturing & Operations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Six Sigma experience (Green Belt or Black Belt level) or equivalent process improvement experience. Power electronics background or experience. Experience with EVs, battery pack manufacturing, or stationary energy storage systems. Experience with Battery Management Systems (BMS) or electronics component quality.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

10-20% travel for domestic supplier site visits; may flex up or down based on program needs and timelines.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS AND EEO

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. An individual must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Our Next Energy Inc. (ONE) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to disability or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.