Job Description

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer

Lead critical supplier quality program launch initiatives to ensure operational excellence. Oversee and execute Potential Supplier Audits (PSA’s), driving timely closure of audit gaps and compliance improvements. Manage the APQP process to support successful program launches and maintain robust quality standards. Continuously enhance Engineering Feasibility documentation by integrating lessons learned across commodities and components. Act as a key resource in resolving supply crises related to capacity and quality, while implementing strategies to elevate overall supplier performance and reliability.

Responsibility

• Maintain balance between customer, employee and financial satisfaction by maximizing supplier performance through the Linamar Supplier Scorecard System.

• Oversee APQP, program launches, PSA audits, and crisis management to ensure supply continuity and quality.

• Maintain clear and effective communication with internal teams and external suppliers to meet program requirements.

• Interpret and apply regulatory quality standards to manufacturing and quality systems.

• Actively participate in supply base quality planning, including Control Plans, APQP, FMEA, PPAP & MSA.

• Identify and validate gauging methods required for the supplier to ensure quality requirements are met.

• Lead and participate in APQP meetings to drive program readiness.

• Initiate and lead 8D Problem solving sessions with suppliers to resolve issues promptly.

• Review and update process documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Support prototype runs, pre-production analysis, run-at-rate evaluations, early containment, and process release activities.

• Monitor and support part readiness for program milestones.

• Ensure safe launch execution and manage red launch follow-up and resolution.

• Track lessons learned and integrate them into engineering feasibility documents by commodity/component.

• Willingness to travel as required to support supplier development and program needs.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or related engineering experience is required, electrical engineering and/or metallurgical, forgings – castings.

Required Skills/Experience

• Five to seven years of relevant experience in automotive or manufacturing environments, with electrical/electronic products and/or forgings-castings.

• Proven expertise in risk assessments and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for automotive products.

• Skilled in developing and executing engineering test protocols. Ability to write clear, concise quality assurance reports detailing manufacturing issues, corrective actions, and preventative measures for non-technical audiences such as clients and management.

• Capable of delivering impactful presentations to senior management, covering topics such as product costing, maintenance planning and equipment reliability.

• Strong ability to read and interpret operating and quality assurance reports to extract technical and operational insights.

• Proficient in drawing interpretation, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), gauging methods, calibration, and gauge R&R studies. Experienced in precise measurement techniques using specialized equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and co-ordinate cross-functional project teams including engineers, technologists, clients and contractors for product and facility development.

• Advanced proficiency with MS Office and CAD applications; familiarity with material processes and IATF/TS16949 standards. Experience with statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining.

• Committed to professional development through seminars, conferences and self-directed study. Maintains awareness of emerging technologies and industry advancements.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation

• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Sustainability Counsel

• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.