Development Engineer

Supplier Development Engineer

Location : Dayton, OH

Our client is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to our clients and employees. We are proud to be the primary partner to top companies in the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries. As a result of our continued growth, we are looking for energetic and personable professionals to join our team.

Position Summary:

Our client is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer. In this role, you will be supporting the optimization of supplier relationships, processes, and product quality. You will focus on identifying and resolving basic supplier issues, assisting in quality audits, and supporting process improvements at the supplier level. Your role will involve collaboration with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to drive improvements in the supply chain, while developing your expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies and supplier management.

Responsibilities

Supplier Relationship Support:

• Assist senior engineers in developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

• Work with suppliers to address and resolve basic technical issues related to product quality and manufacturing processes.

• Support suppliers in meeting customer specifications and industry standards by assisting with training, audits, and continuous improvement efforts.

Supply Chain Support:

• Identify and qualify new manufacturing sources of supply for difficult to procure components

• Serve as the technical liaison between design engineering and suppliers to relay manufacturing requirements and request quotes from potential vendors

Process Improvement & Technical Support:

• Participate in reviewing and analyzing part production processes, schedules, methods, and data to understand supplier needs.

• Support process optimization efforts by gathering data and performing basic analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Assist in the implementation of process improvements at the supplier level, with guidance from senior engineers.

Risk Assessment & Support:

• Support Process Flow Development and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) by providing data and assisting in identifying risks related to design and manufacturing processes.

Assist in identifying process inefficiencies and helping suppliers implement corrective actions to reduce defects and improve product quality.

Quality Control & Supplier Audits:

• Participate in regular supplier audits and reviews to assess compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

• Assist in reviewing incoming materials and products from suppliers to check for defects and verify they meet specifications.

• Assist in the preparation of documentation for quality audits and product assessments.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation related to supplier quality, including reports on audits, corrective actions, and process changes.

• Assist in the documentation of technical data, reports, and analysis findings for supplier development projects.

Collaboration & Teamwork:

• Work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to identify technical challenges and contribute to solutions.

• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve supplier issues and ensure product quality aligns with customer requirements.

Learning & Development:

• Take part in training programs to enhance your knowledge of supplier development, quality control processes, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

• Continuously improve your technical skills, and work toward becoming a subject matter expert in supplier development.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related technical field.

• Experience: 1+ years of experience in supplier development, quality engineering, or a related field.

Skills:

• Basic knowledge of additive manufacturing and quality control processes.
• Familiarity with DFMEA and PFMEA methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic data analysis.