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
Distribution Solutions products (medium-voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, etc.) for utilities, industry, and infrastructure
Domain
Electrical power distribution and industrial manufacturing
Required skills
Material development, Design for Manufacturability (DFM) analysis, Supplier quality management, Quality control tools (PPAP, FAI, Control Plan, FMEA, 8D), Cost analysis, Project management, CAD/PLM/ERP systems
Preferred skills
Electrical industry material experience, Metal and non-metal processing knowledge, Cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Windchill, SAP
Responsibilities
Collaborate with R&D and SCM on material development; Lead DFM analysis and cost-reduction; Execute material approval processes; Resolve technical issues via root cause analysis; Manage supplier quality plans and documentation.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
