Stryten Energy | Engineer, Supplier Quality GA

OverviewStryten Energy, a growing team of 2,500 willing and fearless listeners, learners, and problem solvers works to meet the increasing demand for reliable energy storage technologies. From submarines to subcompacts, Stryten Energy builds innovative battery solutions that power everything from warehouses and distribution centers to cars, trains and trucks. Our stored energy technologies include advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries, intelligent chargers and energy performance management software that keep people on the move and supply chains running.This role will be responsible for driving supplier performance improvements in quality, cost, and deliver. This role collaborates with suppliers to build strong partnerships that align with Stryten Energys requirements. By focusing on continuous improvement and strategic initiatives, this position will play a critical role on the Quality team.ResponsibilitiesWork with suppliers to develop and continuously improve their capabilities to reliably deliver high quality products on-timeDevelop long-term supplier relationships and generate and implement cost reduction ideasWrite reports, maintain timelines and log sheets for frequent updates, multi-taskingInterface between suppliers and Stryten quality, procurement, and engineering teams to ensure alignment on design for manufacturability, design for testingStrategically lead supplier performance improvement projects in an effort to increase the supplier capability of consistently meeting Stryten requirements. Projects may include: process analysis, value stream mapping, process capability, throughput analysis, 6-Sigma, 5S, and Kaizen eventsScreening, evaluation, and implementation of supplier Value Add/Value Engineering proposalsDrive and/or co-define documentation best practices with EngineeringContribute as core team member as required on transition projectsDrive “Zero Defects” mentality within the supply baseSupport all of Americas business groups equallyQualificationsTechnical Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college. (e.g., electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering)Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes preferred4+ years of experience working in supply chain (supplier quality engineer or commodity manager preferred)Able to interpret/read drawings, prints, and specificationsDemonstrated experience as “change agent” internally within company and externally with suppliers with positive resultsExperience and understanding of manufacturing standards (e.g. ISO9001, ISO14001, IATF16949, VDA 6.3)Experience with AIAG systemsExperience with six sigma and lean manufacturing methodologiesExperience with process and product audits (internal and supplier)Excellent communication skills and ability to work with cross functional and international teamsDetail oriented and strong analytical and critical thinking skillsCompetencies, Skills, Knowledge:High energy level and ability to interface at all levels across the businessHighest ethical standards and practicesExcel, Minitab, PowerPoint, Calibration softwareTravel Requirements:This position requires ~ 40%#LI-JAEEOStryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicants qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.About Our CompanyStryten Energy helps solve the world’s most pressing energy challenges with a broad range of energy storage solutions across the Essential Power, Motive Power, Transportation, Military and Government sectors. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we partner with some of the world’s most recognized companies to meet the growing demand for reliable and sustainable energy storage capacity. Stryten powers everything from submarines to subcompacts, microgrids, warehouses, distribution centers, cars, trains and trucks. Our stored energy technologies include advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries, intelligent chargers and energy performance management software that keep people on the move and supply chains running. An industry leader backed by more than a century of expertise, Stryten has The Energy to Challenge the status quo and deliver top-performing energy solutions for today and tomorrow. Learn more at stryten.com.