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Smart IT Frame LLC

Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) with heavy engineering exp.

On site

Indiana, United states

Mid level

Freelance

02-02-2026

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Job Specifications

Role: Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

Location: Muncie, Indiana – Onsite

Role Summary

MUST HAVE : Good amount of experience with heavy steel metal fabrication and welding

NICE TO HAVE: Certified welding inspector (CWI) certification

Candidates that have the highlighted experience above will be shortlisted to the end client quicker.

Core Responsibilities

Supplier Collaboration

Partner closely with suppliers to ensure the production of high-quality parts.

Conduct multi-stage inspections at supplier sites to verify compliance with specifications.

Support and update project processes as needed.

Address and resolve technical queries from suppliers (e.g., materials, dimensions, coatings).

Supplier Audits

Perform audits for onboarding new suppliers to ensure they meet quality standards.

Scope of Role

This is a purely technical role with no involvement in purchase orders, quotations, or payments or lifting on the floor.

Travel Requirements

Approximately 40% travel, primarily within the U.S.

Occasional international travel (e.g., Mexico, Canada).

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. (Flexible if the candidate has strong relevant experience.)

Experience: 5–10 years (minimum 5 years acceptable).

Must-Have Skills

Industry Experience

Candidates should come from heavy engineering sectors, such as:

Automotive
Aerospace
Locomotive
Truck

Heavy Machinery (e.g., earth-moving equipment, long machinery)

*Note: Candidates from medical or small-scale product industries are not suitable for this role.

Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of forging, casting, machining, materials, and welding.

Hands-on experience with heavy sheet metal fabrication and welding of large steel structures/enclosures.

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is highly preferred.

About the Company

Smart IT Frame stands as a leading NMSDC-certified IT Solutions and Servicing company, founded in 2012 with headquarters in Somerset, New Jersey. Our commitment to promoting Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) values is unwavering. With our expertise, we support client initiatives by offering innovative IT solutions and services to leading System Integrators in the private and public sectors. Specializing in a comprehensive range of end-to-end services, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), IT ... Know more