Supplier Development Specialist, Engineering

NovAtel Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Supplier Development Specialist, where your expertise will drive supplier sourcing and qualification in a dynamic environment. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure a world-class supply chain. You'll be at the forefront of quality engineering, utilizing your skills to tackle real-world challenges and shape the future of technology. If you have a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in supplier qualification or high-tech manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of quality engineering techniques like 8D and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier sourcing and qualification activities.
• Conduct supplier audits and monitor performance.
• Drive supplier improvements and manage quality issues.

Skills

Supplier Qualification

Quality Engineering Techniques

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

LEAN Methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

SPC

FMEA

Job description

Overview

Hexagon Autonomy and Positioning (A&P) is seeking a Supplier Development Specialist. In this role, you will lead supplier sourcing, qualification, and development activities. Collaborating with Supply Chain, Product Engineering, and Management, you will help ensure Hexagon maintains a world-class supply chain. Our customers rely on Hexagon A&P’s industry-leading technology to build their solutions. This position may suit you if you have a passion for emerging technology and want to use your engineering skills to solve real-world challenges and shape the industry’s future.

Location: Hexagon is a global company with offices worldwide. This role can be based in Calgary, AB or Tucson, AZ.

Responsibilities

As our Supplier Development Specialist, your responsibilities include:

1. Identifying supplier capability gaps in collaboration with functional teams and leading cross-functional efforts to select, qualify, and onboard new suppliers.
2. Conducting on-site and remote supplier qualification audits based on ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards, preparing reports, and presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
3. Monitoring supplier performance and developing/improving action plans for underperforming suppliers.
4. Driving supplier improvements through collaborative problem solving and creating corrective action plans for process failures.
5. Making tough decisions, such as stopping supplier production due to quality issues, and managing recovery with urgency.
6. Managing the AVL (Approved Vendor List) and SQPR (Supplier Quality Performance Reporting) processes.
7. Participating in supplier recovery efforts by managing technical issues, providing technical dispositions, and reviewing trending metrics.
8. Continuously improving Supplier Quality Engineering processes and best practices.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or Material Science.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in supplier qualification or high-tech manufacturing process development.
• Experience in high-tech manufacturing sectors and knowledge of processes like Injection Molding, Machining, Casting, SMT/PCBA, etc.
• Willingness to travel within North America and internationally.
• Deep knowledge of quality engineering techniques such as 8D, root cause analysis, 5 Whys, etc.
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Proven Success Factors:

• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams, sharing information and facilitating idea exploration.
• Practical understanding of LEAN methodologies in high-tech manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, with experience in APQP and PPAP.
• Application of quality control tools like SPC, Gage R&R, Process Capability, FMEA, DOE.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration and influence in a matrixed environment.
• Self-motivated with a drive to tackle challenging work.

Nice-to-Have:

• ISO Lead Auditor, ASQ, or Internal Auditor Certification.
• Understanding of health and safety practices.
• Language skills such as Spanish or Portuguese are a plus.

Not sure if you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! We value diversity and inclusion. If interested, please apply. For questions, contact [e-mail]. Do not send resumes or cover letters to this email.

The Company: Hexagon is a leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensors, software, and autonomous tech to enhance efficiency, productivity, and safety across various sectors. Join over 24,000 colleagues across 50 countries on the cutting edge of technology.

This role is within Hexagon’s A&P division, a global leader in end-to-end solutions for positioning and autonomy on land, sea, and air. Your work supports brands like NovAtel, Veripos, Antcom, and AutonomouStuff. Our environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative.

Applicants needing accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

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For assistance, contact Human Resources at 309.291.0966 x109. We participate in E-Verify; more info is available via the links provided.