Principal Supplier Engineer

Boston Scientific; Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific is seeking a manufacturing-supply chain oriented engineer to drive supplier qualification, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration in Penang. The role focuses on engineering rigor, quality, and proactive problem-solving to ensure material reliability.

The candidate will lead root-cause investigations, manage small teams, and work across diverse functions to optimize supplier performance and implement robust quality controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technical discipline is required.
• ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certification or working knowledge is an added advantage.
• Proven experience in supplier engineering, process engineering, or supplier process management.
• Strong technical expertise across BSC-related commodities including plastic resin/chemical, metal components, packaging materials, electronics/fiber.
• Experience in supplier selection, supplier process and material changes, and technical support for purchased commodities.
• Solid understanding of supplier quality management, including non-conformance investigation and resolution within the supply chain.
• Leadership experience managing small teams is preferred.
• Strong engineering background with the ability to drive technical decisions and supplier performance improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse, multicultural environment and support organizational diversity & inclusion initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Execute plans to support supply chain objectives; monitor supplier performance and mitigate material risk.
• Lead project teams to qualify and improve supplier processes.
• Manage complex engineering tasks and cross-functional coordination.
• Lead root-cause investigations (NCEP/CAPA/complaints) and guide problem-solving.
• Provide subject-matter expertise in component qualification and document findings.

Skills

Engineering

Supplier engineering

Process engineering

Leadership

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PDM

NCEP

eCAPA

Quality systems

Job description

Pur;purpose Statement:

A fully qualified engineer in all conventional aspects of the subject matter or the functional areas of the assignments, plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Interfaces with cross functional groups in resolving problems encountered in the supply chain. Work is usually independently performed with general instructions as to the objectives expected. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.

Pur;purpose Statement:

A fully qualified engineer in all conventional aspects of the subject matter or the functional areas of the assignments, plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Interfaces with cross functional groups in resolving problems encountered in the supply chain. Work is usually independently performed with general instructions as to the objectives expected. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.

Job Respondsibilities

• Independently executes plans to support supply chain objectives; supplier performance, supplied material risk mitigation and execution of materials VIP. Can communicate plans at a high level within the organization and organize projects by requesting support at plant management level. Proficient in the use of all business tools.
• Leads project teams coordinating the efforts of engineers and cross functional team members to qualify and improve supplier processes. Plans, schedules, conducts or coordinates all phases of the engineering work for of a major project.
• Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features such a conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of standard materials, and difficult coordination requirement.
• Lead NCEP/CAPA/Complaint investigations where supplied material is a potential root cause. Expert in the use of statistical tools (re. Six Sigma Black Belt). Can provide guidance to junior engineering staff on problem solving methodology. Broad familiarity with analytical techniques commonly used to investigate component defects. Highly in report writing skills; ability to tailor technical message to suit audience.
• Subject matter expert for component qualification activities- First Article and Acceptance Activities. Proficiency in BSC systems and processes: PDM, NCEP, eCAPA
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technical discipline is required.ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certification or working knowledge is an added advantage.Proven experience in supplier engineering, process engineering, or supplier process management.Strong technical expertise across BSC-related commodities, including:
  • Plastic Resin / Chemical (mandatory)
  • Metal components
  • Packaging materials
  • Electronics / Fiber
• Experience in supplier selection, supplier process and material changes, and technical support for purchased commodities.
• Solid understanding of supplier quality management, including non-conformance investigation and resolution within the supply chain.
• Leadership experience managing small teams is preferred.
• Strong engineering background with the ability to drive technical decisions and supplier performance improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse, multicultural environment and support organizational diversity & inclusion initiatives.
  

About Us

As a global medical technology leader for more than 40 years, our mission at Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) is to transform lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients. If you’re looking to truly make a difference to people both around the world and around the corner, there’s no better place to make it happen.