Job Information
Actalent Senior Supplier Quality Engineer in Fremont, California
Description
Job Summary: We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to manage and improve the quality of products supplied to our company. The ideal candidate will work closely with suppliers to ensure that their processes and products meet our quality standards and support continuous improvement initiatives. The SQE will also play a key role in supplier audits, problem-solving, and ensuring compliance with regulations and specifications. Key Responsibilities: Supplier Audits and Assessment: Evaluate and qualify new suppliers by conducting audits, assessing their quality systems, and verifying compliance with standards. Regularly conduct on-site audits of existing and potential suppliers to ensure that their production processes and quality management systems (QMS) meet standards. Supplier Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze supplier performance, identify trends, and develop action plans to address quality issues. Root Cause Analysis: Work with suppliers to perform root cause analysis for defects or non-conforming materials and ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Quality anomaly handling: When defects occur in incoming materials, we are responsible for issuing a SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Report) and urging the supplier to find the root cause and implement preventive measures. Supplier coaching and development: Assist suppliers in improving their processes and implementing quality tools (such as SPC, 6 Sigma, FMEA) to increase yield and reduce costs. Collaboration with Internal Teams: Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure supplier quality aligns with company requirements and standards. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of supplier performance, audits, corrective actions, and quality documentation. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure supplier materials and processes comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Skills
quality management, Quality engineering, Root cause analysis, iso 9001, six sigma, Audit, fmea, Supplier quality, Dfmea, spc
Top Skills Details
quality management,Quality engineering,Root cause analysis,iso 9001,six sigma,Audit,fmea
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Authorized to work in the United States • No need for visa sponsorship
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Fremont, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr.
Featured benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance Dental insurance 401(k)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.