Technical Specialist – SQE

• Develop complex suppliers and products that meet customer requirements
• Build relationships with external suppliers, external customers, and internal stakeholders including Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Engineering
• Coach and mentor Cummins professionals on relationship-building, APQP execution, auditing, and problem resolution
• Support supplier-base strategies and cross-functional supplier selection processes
• Provide manufacturing consultation to suppliers to design Right First Time processes conforming to engineering prints, standards, and customer requirements
• Apply APQP, AIAG tools, and Cummins specialty tools to develop zero-defect components
• Lead complex product- and process-focused continuous-improvement projects using lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Conduct supplier audits for risk mitigation, supplier readiness, and performance improvement
• Lead quality improvement plans within the external supply base
• Lead root-cause analysis, support corrective-action development, and verify corrective-action effectiveness
• Evaluate supplier product design, manufacturing process design, and product validation for reliability expectations

• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Quality, or related Engineering field
• 5+ years of supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or product quality experience
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and problem-solving tools
• Strong understanding of machining, casting, forging, assembly, or engine components
• Good communication skills and ability to work with global teams
• Fluent English communication preferred
• Experience with engine, power generation, off-highway, or automotive products preferred
• Knowledge of VDA 6.3, IATF 16949, and AIAG Core Tools preferred
• Supplier development and project management experience preferred
• College, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject required
• Position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations
• Preferably 7 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering role in the automotive industry or a similarly regulated industry

• Equal employment opportunity policy
• Relocation eligible
• Off-site remote work arrangement