Supplier, Quality Engineer, Battery

Slate

Michigan

About Slate
At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
SLATE is looking for an energetic, organized, experienced Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE), Battery to join our growing team. The SQE will be supporting all aspects of Supplier Quality and performance. This position will be responsible for understanding and working closely with internal and external customers’ expectations, sourcing, quality, supplier development, delivering tooling, and parts on budget and on time per our program milestones.
| WHAT YOU GET TO DO
In this position, the candidate will be responsible for performing administering the APQP process, holding supplier(s) accountable to our Quality Requirements Manual, developing and implementing supplier partner KPI/scorecard, and implementing actions to improve hold suppliers accountable to perform. The SQE will also be pivotal in evaluating suppliers for production awards, all aspects of supplier quality performance, developing strong supplier relationships, and working with all internal stakeholders to support the company’s overall objectives and core values.
| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
Engineering Degree or equiv. or previous working level experience
10+ years of Supplier Quality experience including site audits, continuous improvement, APQP, lean problem-solving principles and leading a team by example.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Experience with HV Battery and related components, including knowledge of specs, applications, failure modes, testing, cell/pack function, and chemistry.
Experience supporting a supplier in industrializing or localizing a pack assembly
Ability to identify process issues and drive improvements to improve operational efficiency and product quality.
Strong working knowledge of value-driven supplier KPI and scorecard development and implementation.
Work directly with engineering and manufacturing regarding technical GD&T and drawing standards training and review.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
High level of integrity
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment
WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?
At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.
Safety First
Delight Customers
One Team
Relentless Improvement
Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
Respectful Collaboration
Positive Legacy
WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.
Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at
[email protected].

Posted 2026-02-26

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