Supplier development engineer

xxxxx; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing seeks a Supplier Development Engineer to improve supplier performance and quality. This role involves technical assessments, audits, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier processes, with a strong emphasis on Japanese manufacturing practices. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and over 7 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Work with an industry leader

Continuous learning opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years in supplier development/quality manufacturing.
• Deep expertise in tooling, molding, stamping, and plating.
• Experience in Japanese manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supplier improvement strategies.
• Conduct in-depth technical assessments of suppliers.
• Lead supplier audits and production readiness reviews.

Skills

Supplier Development

Quality Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Tools

PPAP

APQP

FMEA

Job description

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We are seeking a highly experienced Supplier Development Engineer with a deep technical background in molding, stamping, plating, and other core mechanical component manufacturing processes. This individual will play a critical role in improving supplier performance, driving quality improvements, and ensuring robust manufacturing practices across our supply base.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier environments or with high-complexity contract manufacturers such as Plexus or Benchmark. Experience working within a Japanese manufacturing culture is a strong plus, as it aligns well with our emphasis on structured problem-solving and supplier coaching.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and implement supplier improvement strategies to support product quality, delivery, and cost targets.

* Conduct in-depth technical assessments of suppliers in the areas of tooling, stamping, molding, plating, and other precision manufacturing processes.

* Serve as a coach and technical advisor to suppliers, guiding them through process optimization, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.

* Lead supplier audits and production readiness reviews (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, etc.).

* Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, quality, and sourcing teams to ensure component manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

* Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving tools.

* Develop technical training material and mentor both internal teams and suppliers.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

* 7+ years of experience in supplier development, quality engineering, or manufacturing engineering, with a strong focus on mechanical components.

* Deep expertise in tooling, molding, stamping, plating, and precision mechanical part fabrication.

* Experience working within or with Japanese manufacturing organizations strongly preferred.

* Strong knowledge of PPAP, APQP, SPC, FMEA, MSA, and other quality frameworks.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; capable of working with all levels from operators to executives.

* Willingness to travel (domestic and international) to support supplier assessments and development.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Background in toolmaking or tooling engineering.

* Automotive industry experience or other high-volume, high-reliability sectors.

* Certified Six Sigma Green or Black Belt, or similar training.

Why Join Us?

* Work with an industry leader on advanced technologies and processes.

* Help shape and elevate our global supply base.

* Be part of a culture that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and collaborative problem solving.

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