Supplier Quality Engineer

Cummins Inc.

. Support supplier quality initiatives to achieve operational and strategic supplier quality goals .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $67,200 - $100,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality management, utilizing APQP, AIAG tools, and Cummins specialty tools to enhance manufacturing processes. Proficient in problem-solving, analytics, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma.

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APQP KnowledgeLean MethodologiesSix Sigma MethodologiesProblem SolvingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing TechnologyProcess ValidationGD&TDFMEAPFMEAControl PlanSPCMSASource ReleasePPAP

Soft Skills

ResourcefulnessAnalytics

Tools & Technologies

Cummins Specialty ToolsStatistical Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

ISO9001:2015IATF16949

Industry Keywords

Supplier QualityQuality Performance PlanningRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective ActionsContinuous ImprovementExternal Supplier Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support supplier quality initiatives to achieve operational and strategic supplier quality goals
Build relationships with external suppliers, external customers, and internal stakeholders including Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Engineering
Execute APQP and support VPI quality activities for internal Engine Business suppliers
Learn and apply APQP, AIAG, and Cummins specialty tools to develop or improve supplier manufacturing processes
Participate in external supplier audits and potentially lead low-complexity, low-risk audits after certification
Participate in resolving supplier-related quality challenges through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and effectiveness verification
Contribute to continuous improvement projects using lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Participate in quality performance planning and improvement for assigned product types or supplier segments
Support Product Problem Solving (PPS) activities and successful product launches
Evaluate supplier product design, manufacturing process design, and product validation for reliability expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject required
Degree from an accredited U.S. college/university
External candidates must be within 2 years of completing their highest degree
Must currently reside within the continental U.S.
F-1 students must have approved CPT or OPT before the Early Career assignment begins; authorization must relate to the degree and be approved by the university
Minimal level of relevant work experience required
Project management
Problem solving
Resourcefulness
Analytics
Knowledge of APQP, AIAG tools, and Cummins specialty tools
Knowledge of GD&T and Engineering Standards
Knowledge of manufacturing technology and process validation
Knowledge of DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, Source Release, and PPAP
Knowledge of ISO9001:2015 and IATF16949
Knowledge of statistical tools and techniques
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation eligible
Remote work arrangement
Equal employment opportunity protections