Supplier Quality Engineer - Drive (Automotive)

Location: Columbia, South Carolina, United States. Onsite presence required 4–5 days per week, with regular in-person meetings. Domestic and international travel required approximately 40–70% of the time; a valid driver's license and passport are required.

Salary: $95,000–$120,000 annual base salary, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Company

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

What you will do

• Support supplier quality planning and execution from advanced development through mass production using APQP and VDA quality management processes.
• Lead supplier PPAPs, audits, corrective actions, containment, change management, and launch-readiness activities.
• Drive supplier improvements in cost, quality, manufacturability, testing, gauging, and production processes.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Design, Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to define requirements and resolve escalated issues.
• Plan and evaluate root-cause analyses, validate corrective actions, support NCR resolution, and mitigate warranty claims.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure robust processes support reliable, high-quality vehicle production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, vehicle, industrial engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 4–8 years of experience in automotive or applicable Tier I environments.
• Knowledge of GD&T, inspection, quality management, vehicle development and production, and supply chain management.
• Experience with PPAP, APQP, VDA, AIAG Core Tools, MSA, FMEA, Control Plans, SPC, IATF, ISO, DIN, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong technical writing, data analysis, communication, teamwork, leadership, and supplier-management skills.
• Ability to execute project management techniques and direct supplier activities at management level.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to build new products and a company from the ground up.
• Medical, dental, vision, and income protection insurance 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, and military service.