Supplier Development Engineer

About the role

Lead supplier technical qualification and onboarding activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, coordinating First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and driving new supplier onboarding from qualification through production release. Conduct supplier production readiness assessments, provide manufacturing engineering support, and drive supplier capability and quality improvements through continuous improvement initiatives and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead supplier technical qualification and onboarding activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs
• Coordinate and drive First Article Inspection (FAI) activities, ensuring successful completion prior to production release
• Lead new supplier onboarding from qualification through production release, ensuring technical readiness, process capability, and a smooth handover to sustaining teams
• Lead supplier localization projects by transferring parts and processes from US and European suppliers to Asia-based suppliers, ensuring successful qualification and production readiness
• Conduct supplier production readiness assessments to ensure successful product launches and production ramp-up
• Provide manufacturing engineering support to suppliers by ensuring manufacturing processes meet engineering requirements, driving process improvements, and validating process capability for new product introductions
• Drive supplier capability and quality improvements during onboarding and qualification through supplier assessments, continuous improvement initiatives, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
• Identify and mitigate supplier process and capability risks, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and performance targets are met

About you

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Operations or Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience in industrial equipment, CNC machining equipment, automotive, semiconductor or medical manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience supporting NPI programs, supplier qualification, process validation, and production ramp-up activities
• Proven track record in supplier development, localization, and continuous improvement projects
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience (Green Belt preferred)
• Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and Kaizen facilitation
• Experience with machining, plating and/or assembly processes, and the ability to read technical drawings and documentation (GD&T)
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and cultures

Others info:

• Monday – Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm
• Walking distance from Ubi MRT Station.
• AWS + VB + Group Profit Sharing

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.