Overview
Join to apply for the Staff Supplier Quality Engineer role at Hewlett Packard Enterprise . This role has been designed as ‘Hybrid’ with an expectation that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Responsibilities
- Supplier Qualification and Auditing : Qualify new suppliers through audits and capability assessments. Conduct periodic supplier audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IPC standards, etc.).
- Evaluate supplier processes, quality systems, and capacity for continuous improvement. Ensure supplier compliance with engineering specifications, RoHS and environmental / regulatory requirements.
- Review and approve PPAP, FAI, and quality documentation from suppliers.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for supplier-related issues (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone).
- Work with suppliers to drive zero-defect quality culture and reduce defect rates.
- Component Quality Management : Develop incoming inspection plans and criteria for electronic (PCBs, ICs, connectors) and mechanical parts (enclosures, fasteners, thermal parts).
- Collaborate with internal engineering teams to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
- Continuous Improvement : Monitor and report supplier quality metrics (PPM, DPPM, on-time delivery). Implement and track supplier improvement programs and initiatives. Support cost reduction and localization initiatives without compromising quality.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).7 to 10+ years of experience in supplier quality, ideally within electronics or networking industries.Strong knowledge of electronic and mechanical components used in telecom / networking products.Familiarity with IPC standards, GD&T, APQP, PPAP, and statistical quality tools.Experience with ISO 9001 / 14001, IATF 16949, or other quality system standards.Strong analytical, communication, and supplier management skills.Ability to travel to supplier sites domestically and internationally.Experience
Must be familiar with process and quality requirements for optics components such as Optical fiber, SFP, Splice, Coupler, Splitter, etc.Experience with other commodities such as PSU, PCB, PCBA, Label, Insulators, electrical cable, Membrane, Packaging material, etc. (nice to have).Preferred Skills
Experience with PCBA manufacturing, surface mount technology (SMT), or cable assemblies.Knowledge of network hardware (switches, routers, access points, etc.).Proficiency in quality tools : Minitab, SPC, FMEA, DOE.Additional Skills
Accountability, Action Planning, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity, Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, and other related competencies.What We Can Offer You
Health & Wellbeing : Comprehensive benefits that support physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.Personal & Professional Development : Programs to help you reach your career goals.Unconditional Inclusion : We are inclusive and value varied backgrounds.Let’s Stay Connected : Follow @HPECareers on Instagram for updates on people, culture and tech at HPE.Equal Employment Opportunity : HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Veterans / Disabled / LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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