Supplier Technical Assurance Engineer

Supplier Technical Assurance Engineer - New Model Launch ?? Providence, Rhode Island (Onsite Resident Role)?? Monthly travel required to Monterrey, Mexico (~1 week/month)We are hiring a seasoned Supplier Technical Assurance/Supplier Development Engineer to support a global automotive OEM on a critical supplier development initiative tied to upcoming product launches. This role will translate OEM supplier requirements to their new supplier and provide coaching to get them up to standard to meet program deadlines in the next 9+ months. This is a hands-on resident engineering assignment embedded at a key supplier site responsible for producing critical components within a multi-stage global manufacturing flow:Raw material processing at sourceSub-assembly manufacturing in MexicoFinal finishing and export to overseas production facilitiesRole OverviewAs the on-site technical representative, you will work directly with supplier leadership, manufacturing teams, and a global OEM engineering organization to ensure full readiness for Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), production validation, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP/PSW) milestones.You will diagnose gaps in manufacturing systems, supply chain execution, and industrialization planning - and drive structured action plans that elevate the supplier to automotive best practice standards.This role is not about design - it is about execution, manufacturing system maturity, and supplier transformation.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as onsite resident engineer and technical liaison between OEM engineering teams and supplier operationsAssess and improve supplier manufacturing systems across quality, delivery, capacity, and logisticsLead end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain feasibility assessmentsIdentify risks from sourcing through industrialization and series production; develop mitigation and resilience plansValidate supplier industrialization plans, factory layouts, and capacity modelsEnsure alignment with APQP milestones and drive PPAP/PSW approvalsEmbed structured factory operating systems (People, Production, Quality, Planning, Logistics)Apply lean manufacturing principles to improve flow, stability, and performanceCoach supplier teams on automotive OEM expectations and operational disciplineSupport Product Engineering in Design for Manufacture (DFM) executionKey Performance Indicators 100% Phase 1 PSW achieved at TT build100% Phase 3 PSW achieved at PP build across programs100% APQP deliverables reviewed and aligned within 30 daysSupplier readiness aligned to all new model launch milestonesRequired ExperienceEngineering or technical degree5-10+ years in Supplier Technical Assurance, manufacturing engineering, or supplier developmentStrong experience managing external suppliers in technical or production environmentsDeep understanding of APQP, PPAP, and structured problem-solving (8D, PPS)Strong application of lean manufacturing tools (e.g., value stream mapping)Ability to assess manufacturing capacity at plant and workstation levelExperience working across complex, multi-site supply chainsStrong communication skills across functions, cultures, and senior leadership levelsHighly Valued Experience Automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 supplier experiencePast experience managing a supplier turnaroundAerospace or medical device supplier development/quality systems experienceKnowledge of IATF 16949/AIAG standardsExposure to battery or electrification supply chainsIdeal ProfileHands-on problem solver who thrives in manufacturing environmentsComfortable challenging suppliers constructively and driving accountabilityStructured thinker with strong analytical and operational instinctsExperienced in turning around underperforming suppliers or immature systemsStrong influencer who can align engineering, supply chain, and supplier leadershipResilient in fast-paced, high-pressure launch environmentsWHY AVERRO? Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values show in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim - Your Ascent. Averro is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal obligations. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. View our privacy policy here:

Created: 2026-05-15