Supplier development engineer
Core
Develop, verify, and approve materials for new product projects to ensure process reliability, quality consistency, and cost-effectiveness for mass production.
Role type
Supplier development engineer (materials)
Builds
Mass production materials for electrical distribution solutions
Domain
Electrical industry / Industrial automation / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Material development, Supplier quality management, Design for Manufacturability (DFM) analysis, Technical evaluation of new materials, Quality control tools (PPAP, FAI, Control Plan, FMEA, 8D), Cost analysis, Project management, CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), PLM/ERP systems (Windchill, SAP), Mechanical/Electrical drawing interpretation
Preferred skills
Electrical industry material development experience, Automotive or industrial automation sector experience, English communication (written and oral)
Technologies
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Windchill, SAP
Responsibilities
Collaborate with R&D, SCM, and Quality Control for material development and delivery; Lead resolution of technical issues in material development; Execute material approval process ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations; Coordinate internal and external resources to meet project milestones; Review and approve suppliers' Quality Control Plans; Analyze material costs and drive reduction opportunities.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
