Engineer / Sr Engineer - SQA

About Simpleenergy   Simpleenergy specializes in the manufacture of smart electric two-wheelers. We are a team of 300+ engineers coming together to make smart, supercharging, and affordable two-wheelers. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Bangalore, India. Our mission is to build the future of mobility that is electric and connected. We at Simple energy are working towards accelerating by making them more accessible, affordable, secure and comfortable and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.Job description: Engineer / Sr Engineer SQA (Mechanical) Location: Krishnagiri, Hosur Department: Quality AssuranceYou will:   We are seeking a highly motivated Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) specializing in mechanical parts to manage and improve supplier performance and ensure the quality of purchased mechanical components. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to develop suppliers and ensure components meet required specifications and industry standards.- familiar in Casting forging, machining + Prop.  partsTo be successful, you will be expected to:    Quality Planning & Assurance :Define and implement quality control plans (QCP) for PMSM motors.Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 standards in motor assembly and component inspection. In-Process and Final Quality Monitoring:Monitor and analyze key metrics like torque consistency, insulation resistance (IR), cogging torque, and NVH performance.Conduct root cause analysis for torque loss, vibration, abnormal noise, or thermal issues. Supplier Quality Management:Evaluate and audit suppliers for magnets, stator cores, rotor laminations, winding wires, and encoders.Work with suppliers to resolve component-level quality issues and ensure PPAP/APQP compliance. Failure Analysis & Field Complaints: Lead teardown and investigation of field returns or warranty failures.Work closely with R&D and manufacturing teams for problem-solving using 8D/Why-Why/FMEA methodologies. Process Improvement:Use statistical tools like SPC, MSA, and Six Sigma methods to improve yield and reduce defects.Identify opportunities for quality cost reduction and reliability improvement. Documentation & Reporting:Maintain quality records, inspection reports, and deviation logs.Prepare quality dashboards, CAPA reports, and participate in internal & external audits.Networking :Interface with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues efficiently. You must have any or a combination of any of the following skills: In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, casting, welding, and forming. Experience Range : Engg Grad ; 6 -8  Diploma : Education Qualification: Graduation – Mechanical ● Strong understanding of GD&T, drawing interpretation, and metrology. ● Experience with PPAP, APQP, FMEA, and control plans. ● Proficiency with quality tools (8D, DMAIC, SPC, MSA). ● Familiarity with ERP systems and quality management software. ● Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.Software/Tools/System Exposure1. Minitab2. Excel & Power point operation3. JIRA & SAPCertification /Professional Accreditation Required : Lean Six Sigma-GB