Supplier Development Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

What's the Job?

Do you enjoy solving problems, working directly with suppliers, and influencing the success of new product launches? Are you energized by a role that combines engineering, quality, supplier development, and global collaboration?

GHSP, a leading global supplier of mechanical and electromechanical systems for the automotive, transportation, and appliance industries, is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to join our team in Holland, Michigan or Novi, Michigan .

In this role, you'll work closely with suppliers around the world to develop robust manufacturing processes, drive quality improvements, mitigate risk, and support the successful launch of innovative products. If you enjoy being in the field, building relationships, and making a direct impact on business performance, we'd like to talk with you.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys getting out from behind a desk, working directly with suppliers, and having a visible impact on quality, launches, and business performance.

• Develop production suppliers to ensure they meet established expectations for quality, delivery, and service.
• Provide technical and operational guidance to ensure supplier capability and promote design for manufacturability.
• Manage supplier APQP and PPAP activities in accordance with AIAG standards and GHSP's Product Development Process.
• Manage supplier progress through SOP +90 days and incorporate lessons learned into supplier development plans.
• Execute ongoing audits of approved suppliers and perform potential new supplier assessments.
• Assist plant quality teams in resolving major or chronic supplier issues, verifying root cause analysis, and ensuring implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate with plant quality teams to ensure lessons learned are incorporated into future APQP activities.
• Evaluate supplier performance and communicate opportunities for improvement.
• Perform supplier risk mitigation activities to help ensure a stable and resilient supply base.
• Prioritize assignments based on timing, business impact, and risk.
• Travel extensively to supplier and GHSP locations throughout North America and internationally (approximately 50-75%).

Qualified candidates meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience; Electronics focus preferred.
• ASQ CQE, CQA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, supplier quality, supplier development, or related engineering roles.
• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, GD&T, blueprint reading, Lean Manufacturing, and QS-9000/IATF principles.
• Commodity-specific knowledge and understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Great people and great teams produce great outcomes for our customers and the communities where we do business. Joining GHSP means becoming part of a team committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

You'll have the opportunity to work with team members who are driven by our four core values:

• Earn Trust
• Learn By Doing
• Work Together
• Build a Sustainable Legacy

In addition, we offer:

• Family health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clean, temperature-controlled environments
• Opportunities for career growth and internal advancement

Diversity Statement

GHSP’s approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion starts with recognition that all employees have unique differences. This uniqueness creates strength if we embrace the lived experiences and help employees bring their authentic self to work every day. We want all employees to work in an environment that is safe, respected and empowering. As we welcome one another’s differences, we have an incredible opportunity to strengthen our company culture while continuing to foster innovative thinking.