Sr Supplier Quality Engineer, Software Electrical Integration (Automotive)

Location: Columbia, South Carolina, United States; 4–5 days per week onsite. Domestic and international travel required approximately 40–70% of the time; a valid driver's license and passport are required. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Salary: $120,000–$145,000 annual base salary, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Company

hirify.global is developing electrified and digitally enabled rugged SUVs and pickup trucks, including all-electric and range-extender powertrains.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain validation processes for high-voltage wire harnesses and self-sufficient wiring systems.
• Oversee supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes using APQP and VDA processes.
• Perform supplier process and product audits, manage containment, and support NCR resolution.
• Coordinate technical requirements between suppliers and Purchasing, Quality, and Design teams.
• Lead technical strategies and task forces to resolve complex quality issues.
• Drive supplier improvements in cost, quality, and manufacturability using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in electrical or electronics engineering or a related field; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience with automotive high-voltage electrical systems and high-voltage wiring or harnesses.
• Professional knowledge of AIAG/VDA Core Tools, including FMEA, PPAP, APQP, and MSA.
• Understanding of applicable regulatory and safety requirements, including IATF, VDA, ISO, and DIN.
• Expert proficiency with TEVON, BeOn, PPA, ISO 26262, ASPICE, and TRL audits.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues, debug prototypes, perform electrical measurements, define rework, and communicate technical findings clearly.

Nice to have

• VDA 6.3 Process Auditing Certification.
• Product Auditor certification for wiring harnesses.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronics engineering.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to build new vehicles and a company from the ground up.
• Medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans.
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting.
• 20 days of planned PTO, 40 hours of unplanned PTO, and 14 company or floating holidays annually.
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, and military leave.