Supplier Quality Engineer- APQP

***RESUME MUST INCLUDE APQP TO BE CONSIDERED***

Top Skills' Details

1. Product Development & Requirements Management

2. APQP / DFMEA / PFMEA Leadership

3. Cross-Functional Stakeholder & Vendor Management

Description

The Engineering Systems Analyst will support enterprise product development processes, requirements management initiatives, and APQP quality systems.

This consultant will serve as a key liaison between Product Development, Engineering, Quality, IT, and external software vendors to improve and support Requirements Management (RM), DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and associated engineering applications. The role requires an individual who can influence stakeholders across a global organization, drive process improvements, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and support the adoption of engineering tools and methodologies.

The ideal candidate brings experience from product development, systems engineering, quality engineering, or engineering business systems environments and has a strong understanding of APQP, requirements management, and risk management processes.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements Management & Product Development

-Support and improve enterprise Requirements Management processes and supporting software platforms.

-Partner with Product Development, Engineering, and Quality teams to gather, document, and prioritize business requirements.

-Ensure requirements traceability, process alignment, and data quality throughout the product development lifecycle.

-Support engineering teams during new product development activities and engineering change initiatives.

APQP, FMEA & Risk Management

-Support and drive continuous improvement of APQP-related processes.

-Facilitate or support DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, and risk management activities.

-Ensure consistency and alignment between product requirements, risk assessments, and quality planning activities.

-Serve as a subject matter expert for APQP, FMEA, and Control Plan methodologies.

Stakeholder Leadership & Business Relationship Management

-Lead discussions and coordinate activities across Engineering, Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, and IT organizations.

-Influence stakeholders across geographically diverse teams without direct authority.

-Build strong business relationships with internal stakeholders and external software vendors.

-Communicate project status, priorities, risks, and recommendations to leadership teams.

Engineering Tools & Systems Support

-Support administration, enhancement, and continuous improvement of enterprise engineering applications.

-Partner with IT teams and software vendors to troubleshoot issues, prioritize enhancements, and implement approved solutions.

-Support software releases, testing activities, user acceptance validation, and deployment efforts

-Drive user adoption and process compliance through training, communication, and change management initiatives.

Reporting & Analytics

-Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions.

-Analyze process performance metrics and identify improvement opportunities.

-Provide visibility into product development effectiveness, process compliance, and user adoption.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Quality Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

5+ years of experience supporting product development, engineering systems, quality systems, requirements management, or related engineering processes.

Demonstrated experience with APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and risk management methodologies.

Experience supporting requirements management and engineering change processes.

Strong experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, including Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, IT, and business leadership.

Experience leading initiatives across diverse teams and influencing stakeholders without direct authority.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Peoria,IL.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.