Senior Supplier Engineer (mfd)

Johnson & Johnson; Aachen; Vor Ort; EUR 75.000 - 119.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading medical device company is seeking a Senior Supplier Engineer for its Aachen location. The role involves acting as a technical contact with suppliers, promoting Design for Manufacturing methodologies, and leading innovations in precision engineering. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in German and English is required. This position offers a competitive salary between €75,000 and €118,450.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in engineering or quality roles.
• In-depth knowledge of precision molding and plastic technologies.
• Proven track record collaborating with R&D on new product developments.

Aufgaben

• Act as a technical point of contact with suppliers for precision components.
• Promote Design for Manufacturing methodologies on new projects.
• Analyze manufacturing processes for yield improvements.

Kenntnisse

Agile Decision Making

Coaching

Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)

Critical Thinking

Lean Supply Chain Management

Problem Solving

Technical Research

Vendor Management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Minitab

Jobbeschreibung

Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function: Process Engineering

Job Category: Scientific / Technology

All Job Posting Locations: Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Position Summary

Abiomed, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, is an innovative medical device business with an inspiring mission: Patients First. We are seeking a Senior Supplier Engineer (m / f / d) for our Aachen location.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a primary technical point of contact with suppliers who provide precision machined components and systems.
• Promote the use of Design for Manufacturing (DfM / DfX) methodologies on new product development projects with an understanding that builds long‑term success.
• Influence development teams and projects by representing capabilities of the supplier and being a leading force for positive improvements to design, supply and continuity.
• Shepherd Supplier Engineering innovation projects to completion by collaborating with internal and external partners.
• Partner with suppliers engineering teams to analyze manufacturing processes and use data to develop and successfully conduct yield improvements.
• Develop inspection methods and validate through GR&R in collaboration with suppliers engineering teams.
• Be a technical partner with internal quality teams to assess defects and lead non‑conformance investigations.
• Participate in second‑source selection and qualification processes at alternative suppliers.

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering with plastics background or related field.
• Proven experience in relevant engineering or quality role(s) typically for 5 or more years.
• In‑depth knowledge of precision molding and plastic technologies.
• Experience working at an OEM who develops, manufactures and/or assembles components with micron‑level tolerances and high‑performance materials including stainless steel, titanium, ceramics, kanthal and/or nitinol.
• Relevant skills collaborating with R&D and/or other development resources for new product developments and innovation in MedTech, Life‑Sciences, Robotics or similar high‑tech fields.
• Familiarity with ordering, receiving and using custom direct materials including inspection plans, MRB investigations, non‑conformance handling and ERP systems.
• Experience developing process validation plans including IQ / OQ / PQ protocols and reports.
• Knowledge of Gauge R&R studies and performing ranging studies / DOE to optimize processes.
• Knowledge of statistical process control including run charts, IM‑R charts, setting control limits and maintaining process control.
• Sufficient metrology skills including experience with calipers, gauge pins and vision systems / optical comparators to aid in information discovery.
• Good German and excellent English language skills.

Preferred

• Knowledge of FDA 21CFR820 / 821 and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Previous use of SAP, MS Office, Minitab.
• Willingness to travel to suppliers’ sites.

Other

Travel percentage: typically 20% both national and international.

Valid driver’s license may be required for specific roles.

Compensation

The anticipated base pay range for this position is 75,000 to 118,450 EUR.

Required Skills

• Agile Decision Making
• Coaching
• Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)
• Critical Thinking
• Emerging Technologies
• Issue Escalation
• Lean Supply Chain Management
• Problem Solving
• Process Control
• Process Engineering
• Product Costing
• Product Improvements
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Application
• Situational Awareness
• Technical Research
• Technologically Savvy
• Validation Testing
• Vendor Selection

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

• Laboratory Experience
• Vendor Management
• Design Controls
• C / C++
• FDA Regulations
• Intellectual Property Law
• ISO 13485
• Research Experience
• SolidWorks
• Research & Development
• Internet Of Things
• Product Development

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1