The Role
Develop and implement supplier quality standards and processes for fasteners and other components. Conduct supplier assessments, audits, APQP, PPAP, Gauge R&R, and safe-launch activities. Monitor supplier performance, investigate defects, determine root causes, and drive corrective and preventive actions. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and suppliers on design reviews, quality systems, continuous improvement, MRB meetings, and change control. Travel domestically and internationally 30–50%.
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About Harbinger
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
Job Overview
We are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer (Fasteners) with broad responsibilities, working cross-functionally with Engineering, Suppliers, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams to define and implement supplier quality engineering processes and drive continuous improvement activities throughout the organization. The Quality Engineer will play a key role in implementing and maintaining Harbinger’s quality management system (QMS) and will establish and improve the quality of our operational processes and outputs. Responsibilities include defining quality standards, inspecting materials, equipment, processes, and products, developing quality control systems, supplier selection, PPAP, leading APQP, and determining corrective actions. A successful Quality Engineer should have excellent troubleshooting skills and be able to ensure that processes and products consistently meet established quality standards.
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and implement supplier quality standards, supplier quality portal, and supporting supplier quality processes.
- Inspect and test materials, equipment, processes, and products to ensure quality specifications are met.
- Conduct supplier assessments and evaluations to ensure they meet the company's quality standards.
- Plan and conduct supplier audits to assess their quality systems, processes, and capabilities.
- Participate in the supplier selection process by providing quality-related input.
- Lead weekly calls with suppliers to ensure parts are on track to meet quality and timing requirements for various build stages of the production line.
- Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics, such as defect rates, delivery times, and compliance with specifications.
- Identify areas for improvement and work with suppliers to implement corrective actions.
- Investigate and resolve quality issues related to supplier materials and components.
- Collaborate with suppliers to determine root causes of defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier quality and performance.
- Work with suppliers to implement lean manufacturing practices and other quality improvement methodologies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of supplier quality performance, audits, and corrective actions.
- Ensure that suppliers comply with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
- Stay updated on changes in industry standards and regulations affecting supplier quality.
- Lead supplier audits, APQP, PPAP, Gauge R&R, and safe launch activities.
- Participate in design reviews with the design engineering and manufacturing team to mitigate risk for manufacturing and assembly.
- Lead MRB meetings and act as a quality representative for the engineering change control board.
Who You Are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing) or a similar technical field required.
- 3 - 7 years of experience in manufacturing quality or supplier quality engineering in the automotive or aerospace industry or equivalent manufacturing environment.
- ASQ Certifications such as Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Quality Manager, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or higher preferred.
- Knowledge of ISO-9001:2018 or IATF 16949 standard strongly desired.
- Understanding of basic quality core tools such as Quality Management Systems, Supplier and Internal Audits, APQP, SPC, PPAP, FMEA, and MSA.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Strong understanding of mechanical components (forgings, castings, sheet metal, plastic injection molding) and assembly processes.
- Ability to travel (domestic and international) up to 30 to 50%.
- Proven experience in a quality engineering role, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and techniques.
- Experience with supplier quality management, including auditing and performance evaluation.
- Proficiency in quality management systems (QMS) and relevant software applications.
- Certification in quality management (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer) is a plus.
Key Benefits & Perks:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
- Early-stage Stock Options
- Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
- Annual Vacation Bonus
- Wellness & Fertility Benefits
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$120,000—$180,000 USD
Equal Opportunity
Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [email protected].
Candidate Data Privacy
Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Harbinger and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Harbinger unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or a similar technical field
- 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing quality or supplier quality engineering in automotive, aerospace, or an equivalent manufacturing environment
- Understanding of quality management systems, supplier and internal audits, APQP, SPC, PPAP, FMEA, and MSA
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects
- Strong understanding of mechanical components, including forgings, castings, sheet metal, plastic injection molding, and assembly processes
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30–50%
- Experience in a quality engineering role within a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and techniques
- Experience with supplier quality management, auditing, and performance evaluation
- Proficiency in quality management systems and relevant software applications
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2018 or IATF 16949
- ASQ certification, such as Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Quality Auditor, or Certified Quality Manager
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
- Certification in quality management, such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
Harbinger Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for its market and stage, and feedback suggests ranges are posted and compensation is communicated clearly in listings.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is highlighted as 100% employer‑paid for employees across postings, indicating strong medical, dental, and vision support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as generous, with parental leave and an annual vacation bonus appearing alongside core PTO.
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What We Do
Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger's best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies designed specifically for commercial vehicles, Harbinger is bringing a first-of-its-kind EV platform to market, priced for zero acquisition premium. Harbinger: familiar form, revolutionary foundation.
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