Supplier Development Engineer

Framery Oy; Tampere; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch benefits

Wellness support

Gym access

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Framery Oy is seeking a Supplier Development Engineer to elevate world-class supplier quality and capabilities. You will bridge suppliers with internal Sourcing, R&D and Production Quality teams, supporting NPI and manufacturing readiness.

The role requires systematic problem-solving, solid technical knowledge of manufacturing, and fluency in Finnish and English. The position is hybrid with travel to supplier sites, primarily in Europe and Asia.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Engineering (Mechanical, Production, Quality, Industrial) required.
• Experience with ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, and FMEA preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and systematic approach required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and drive root cause analysis.
• Grant final approvals for supplier processes and materials.
• Collaborate with Sourcing, R&D and Production Quality teams on NPI projects.

Skills

supplier quality

supplier development

manufacturing engineering

quality systems

problem solving

CAD (SolidWorks)

project management

communication

Finnish

English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Supplier Development Engineer Are you ready to ensure the world-class quality of an industry pioneer? We are looking for a Supplier Development Engineer to join our Supply Chain Quality team. Your mission is to develop our global suppliers' capabilities and drive operational excellence to ensure a high-quality, sustainable component supply. You will be a crucial link between suppliers and our internal Sourcing, R&D and Production Quality teams, also playing a role in NPI projects. Responsibilities include conducting supplier audits, driving root cause analysis, and granting final approvals. We are looking for a proactive and systematic problem-solver with experience in supplier quality or manufacturing engineering. You must have deep technical knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems. Success in this role comes from a solution-oriented attitude, solid collaboration skills, and the drive to own quality from the supplier's factory to the final customer experience.

What we're looking for:

• Work experience in supplier quality, supplier development, or manufacturing engineering from a product-oriented company.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field of Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Production, Quality, or Industrial).
• Knowledge of quality systems and tools, such as ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, and FMEA.
• Skills in systematic problem-solving.
• Solid technical and mechanical aptitude, for example expertise in sheet metal fabrication, precision machining or electrics manufacturing
• Excellent project management, communication, and influencing skills.
• Proficient skills in Finnish and in English.

We also value:

• Experience in advanced manufacturing industries, such as automotive.
• Lean Six Sigma (LSS) certification or experience with DMAIC projects.
• Hands-on experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).

Why join Framery?

High-Impact Role - You have significant autonomy, including the final authority to approve supplier processes and 0-series production.

End-to-End Ownership - Your work impacts the entire value chain, from supplier process design and manufacturability to the end-customer's quality experience.

Technically Interesting Products - Work with challenging, high-quality products that are excitingly complex.

Company Culture - Join a supportive, collaborative, and innovative team that is pioneering the future of the workplace.

Company Benefits - Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including lunch and wellness support, access to gym, and hybrid work arrangements.

Recruitment Process:

Introductory call 1st live interview at the Framery HQ 2nd live interview at the Framery HQ (Reference checks) Recruitment decision.

Practicalities:

This is a full-time and permanent position. The start time in the role is as soon as possible. The primary location for the position is our headquarters in Tampere. We work with a hybrid model, but this role requires an active physical presence to collaborate with teams and work with physical products. This position includes travel (up to 33% of your time) to supplier sites, primarily in Europe and Asia.

For more information, contact Sourcing Director Vesa Hämäläinen ([phone]) during the following times: Mon 17.8. between 08:00 - 10:00 Thu 20.8. between 14:00 - 16:00 Mon 24.8. between 08:00-10:00 Thu 27.8. between 15:00 - 16:00

• Work experience in supplier quality, supplier development, or manufacturing engineering from a product-oriented company
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field of Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Production, Quality, or Industrial)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, APQP, PPAP, and FMEA
• Skills in systematic problem-solving
• CAD experience (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Excellent project management, communication, and influencing skills
• Proficient in Finnish and English