About Harbinger
Harbinger Motors Inc. is a Southern California-based electric vehicle manufacturer on a mission to transform the automotive and transportation industries, bringing to market EVs developed from the ground up to address the needs of the Medium Duty vehicle industry. This broad, and to date poorly addressed, market segment includes class 4 to 7 commercial delivery vehicles, RVs and utility vehicles, among others. Leveraging a foundation of proprietary, in-house developed vehicle technologies, Harbinger's first-of-its-kind EV platform will bring enhancements in vehicle performance, durability and operator comfort. And importantly, Harbinger's vehicles will be priced for zero acquisition premium relative to traditional gas- and diesel-based competitors, removing one of the most tenacious barriers to EV adoption.
Harbinger's team, with operations in Southern California and Michigan, includes industry veterans with expertise in powertrain, battery, chassis and software development, along with leaders in advanced manufacturing, corporate development, operations and finance. Our team members come from leading innovators, both in and out of the automotive industry, including Tesla, Rivian, Canoo, Ford, Anduril, and SpaceX.
Founded in 2021, Harbinger is a venture-backed startup on a rapid growth trajectory, looking for candidates that thrive on tackling complex challenges and who share in our passion to bring clean transportation alternatives to a segment of the market starving for innovation.
Job Overview
We are looking for Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for High Voltage commodity who will be responsible for ensuring the quality of High Voltage components, cables and assemblies supplied to the organization. This role involves collaborating with suppliers, engineering teams, and production teams to establish and maintain quality standards, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement. The SQE will act as a liaison between the company and its suppliers to ensure components meet all technical specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. 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 SQE should have excellent troubleshooting skills and be able to ensure that processes and products consistently meet established quality standards.
What You’ll Do:
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance with company and industry quality standards.
- Conduct supplier audits, including process, product, and system audits, to assess and qualify new and existing suppliers.
- Develop and implement supplier performance metrics, including defect rates, response times, and process improvements.
- Work closely with suppliers to develop corrective and preventive action plans for nonconformance issues.
- Establish and validate supplier processes for HV cables and HV box build assemblies, including assembly line setups, PCBA manufacturing, gauge design and approvals, first article inspection (FAI) and production part approval process (PPAP).
- Conduct incoming inspections and quality checks of High Voltage cables and components as needed.
- Review and approve supplier documentation, such as control plans, FMEAs, Deviations and inspection reports.
- Ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, and industry standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100 as applicable.
- 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.
- Participate in design reviews with the design engineering and manufacturing team to mitigate risk for manufacturing and assembly.
- Monitor and report on supplier performance metrics, such as defect rates, delivery times, and compliance with specifications.
- 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.
- Lead MRB meetings and act as a quality representative for the engineering change control board.
Who You Are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing) or a similar technical field required.
- Three to seven years of experience in manufacturing quality or supplier quality engineering in the automotive or aerospace industry or equivalent manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of HV, PCBA manufacturing, wiring harness and electromechanical assembly process related to automotive process
- Working experience with the following standards: IPC 600, IPC – 610, IPC – 620, USCAR.
- 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 High Voltage components and box builds (HVJB, HV Cables, Inverter etc.) 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.
Rev up your career with our electrifying compensation and benefits package! At Harbinger Motors, we understand that your skills, experience, and expertise are as unique as our cutting-edge electric vehicles. That's why we tailor our offers to suit your individual profile, considering your years of experience, specialized knowledge, and market demands.
In addition to a competitive base salary, our perks charge ahead of the competition:
- 100% Comprehensive Health Coverage: You are covered with top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Accelerate Your Wealth: As an early stage employee, you'll have the opportunity to rev up your financial future with early-stage stock options.
- Unleash Your Time: Take control of your work-life balance. Salaried teammates receive flexible PTO and the freedom to celebrate holidays and wellness days as you see fit.
- Cruise into Vacations: Enjoy an exciting annual vacation stipend to help you recharge your batteries.
- Fuel Your Day: Forget brown bag lunches; we've got you covered with paid lunches and dinners to keep you energized.
These are just a few of our benefits and perks, as we're constantly adjusting and adding more benefits to best serve our teammates. At Harbinger Motors, we don't just offer jobs; we provide the fuel for your career journey. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable transportation, where your hard work and dedication are always rewarded.
Get ready to drive your career forward with us!
California Pay Range
$100,000—$150,000 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.
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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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