Supplier Industrialization Engineer
Core
Ensure suppliers deliver high-quality, scalable components for autonomous supply chain robotics by industrializing parts and driving continuous improvement across the supply base.
Role type
Supplier Industrialization Engineer (SIE)
Builds
Proprietary generalist supply chain superhumanoids and autonomous warehouse infrastructure
Domain
Robotics / Autonomous Supply Chain / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Supplier quality management, manufacturing process knowledge (CNC, casting, injection molding, sheet metal, PCBA, cable harnesses, actuators), quality tools (PPAP, FMEA, SPC, 8D), root cause analysis, cost reduction strategies, international quality standards compliance (ISO 9001, ISO 14001)
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
Technologies
CNC machining, casting, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, PCBA, cable harnesses, actuators
Responsibilities
Conduct supplier audits, quality assessments, and process inspections; Develop and maintain processes to identify, contain, and resolve quality issues; Evaluate and approve supplier First Article Inspections (FAI) and Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP); Collaborate with suppliers to enhance manufacturing processes and support production ramp-up; Identify cost-effective solutions to improve supplier performance; Provide technical guidance for implementing corrective actions; Monitor supplier adherence to environmental, safety, and operational standards; Track and report supplier performance metrics; Conduct root cause analysis for supplier quality issues
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC