Supplier Development Engineer

Benchmark Electronics is a global provider of engineering, design, and manufacturing services, supporting customers in industries where quality, reliability, and innovation are critical. With operations across the Americas, Asia, and Europe, Benchmark delivers solutions for sectors including medical, industrial, aerospace & defense, and advanced technologies. At Benchmark, we foster an inclusive and collaborative workplace that empowers employees to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Guided by our commitment of "When It Matters," we help bring complex technologies to life and improve the world around us.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to drive supplier capability, manufacturing excellence, and engineering solutions across mechanical, PCB, and fabricated commodities within a global EMS environment. This role serves as a key technical liaison between suppliers, customers, commodity management teams, and global sites, focusing on Design for Manufacturing (DFM), supplier quality improvement, value engineering, localization initiatives, and cost competitiveness. The successful candidate will play a critical role in developing a robust supplier network and ensuring manufacturing readiness for global programs.

What You'll Do

• Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews and provide engineering solutions to improve manufacturability, quality, and cost.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to resolve engineering, quality, and manufacturing issues.
• Review drawings and specifications, applying GD&T principles to address technical and production challenges.
• Drive supplier development activities, including process assessments, capability improvement, and manufacturing audits.
• Support supplier qualification, localization, and development of competitive supplier bases across Asia.
• Lead resolution of First Article Inspection (FAI), Engineering Queries (EQ), Corrective Action Requests (CAR), and quality-related issues.
• Conduct supplier audits focused on manufacturing processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Champion value engineering initiatives to improve product design, manufacturability, and overall cost efficiency.
• Partner with Global Commodity Management teams to support sourcing strategies and supplier performance improvement.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to internal teams and support engineering activities across global sites.
• Manage engineering projects and initiatives to successful completion.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering, sourcing, quality, and manufacturing teams.
• Support international suppliers and customers through remote and on-site engagements as required.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, commodity engineering, quality engineering, or related roles within an EMS environment.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, DFM principles, print interpretation, and manufacturing process optimization.
• Experience with supplier audits, process capability assessments, and supplier performance improvement.
• Solid understanding of quality management systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and industry standards.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, extrusion, sheet metal fabrication, stamping, plastics, welding, coatings, MIM, powder metallurgy, cable assemblies, and wire harnesses.
• Proven track record in supplier development, value engineering, cost reduction, and project management.
• Ability to resolve technical and quality issues with suppliers and drive sustainable corrective actions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and regions.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin (written and spoken).
• Experience working with global teams, international suppliers, and customers.
• PCB manufacturing experience is an added advantage.
• Certified Auditor, TQM, SPC, ISO 9001, or related quality certifications are an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to travel internationally.