Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer (Powertrain/Thermal)

The Company:

Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world’s best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact.

Your Role:  

Potential candidate will be a technical liaison between Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing and Suppliers to monitor Advanced Quality Planning, resolve quality issues, implement engineering changes at suppliers and provide technical support. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement to establish effective working relationships within Faraday Future and suppliers. 

Responsibilities:

• Perform Supplier Initial Assessments and Process Audits
• Perform APQP/PPAP activities with Suppliers       
• Perform SCAR activities with Suppliers (8D’s, JIRA)
• Support Engineering Design reviews with good understanding of GD&T and Key Characteristics (Safety / Critical Characteristics)
• Perform ECO (Engineering Change Planning) with Suppliers (Timing/PTR/PPAP)
• Travel to Suppliers for onsite Run@Rates/Capacity Analysis/Tooling & Quality Audits
• Improve quality performance of suppliers by conducting workshops at supplier locations, providing technical assistance in developing a quality system or other technical support
• Communicate urgent issues to Supplier Quality Leadership

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or related discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Quality, Manufacturing etc.)
• 2+ years of experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer
• 8+ years working directly with Automotive Powertrain/Thermal components (i.e., Gearbox, e-Motor, OBC, Half shaft, Accelerator Pedal, Inverter, Park System, DCDC, AC system, Brackets, Ducts, Hoses, Pumps, Valves, Heat exchangers, Reservoir)
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing and assembly plant processes, procedures, facilities and equipment
• Proven experience working with APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, GD&T, FMEA, CP, 8D’s
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 and other US and Global Automotive Standards with extensive knowledge of quality manufacturing best practices
• Strong analytic problem-solving skills
• Proven knowledge + expertise, and passion for Start-up EV OEM’s
• Ability to spontaneously travel domestically and internationally when need arises

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six Sigma Green Belt
• 2+ years of experience as an Automotive Supplier Quality Engineer
• 5+ years of experience in medium to high volume production manufacturing of automobiles
• A creative curiosity, collaborative ethic, hardworking enthusiasm, & driving personal vision
• Excellent communication skills and team-working tendencies
• A penchant for multi-tasking and self-starting
• A genuine fascination for the electric vehicle field and a commitment to global change
• A true sense of determination… and hopefully a sense of humor

Annual Salary Range:

($130,000 - $169,000 DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans

 Perks + Benefits

• Equity grants for every employee
• Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
• 401(k) options
• Relocation assistance + reimbursement
• Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
• Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere
• “Soul of Faraday” community outreach team

Faraday Future is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.