Supplier Development Engineer

Equiptest Engineering Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AWS

VB

Group Profit Sharing

Job summary

Equiptest Engineering Pte Ltd is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing/Supply Chain Engineer to lead supplier qualification, onboarding and localization for NPI programs. You will drive First Article Inspection and ensure readiness for production releases, coordinating with Asia-based suppliers to achieve timely qualifications and ramp-up.

The role demands 5–8 years in related fields, strong Lean/Six Sigma capabilities, and excellent cross-functional communication to manage risks and ensure

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in engineering or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in supply chain, operations or manufacturing engineering; industrial equipment/medical/manufacturing exposure preferred.
• Experience supporting NPI programs, supplier qualification, process validation and ramp-up.
• Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience (Green Belt preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier qualification and onboarding for NPI programs.
• Coordinate First Article Inspection (FAI) prior to production release.
• Lead onboarding from qualification through production release; ensure readiness.
• Manage supplier localization by transferring parts/processes to Asia-based suppliers.
• Conduct supplier production readiness assessments for launches and ramp-up.
• Provide manufacturing engineering support to ensure processes meet engineering requirements.
• Drive supplier capability and quality improvements via Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate supplier process and capability risks with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

APQP

PFMEA

Control Plans

SPC

MSA

Kaizen

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier technical qualification and onboarding activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
• Coordinate and drive First Article Inspection (FAI) activities, ensuring successful completion prior to production release.
• Lead new supplier onboarding from qualification through production release, ensuring technical readiness, process capability and a smooth handover to sustaining teams.
• Lead supplier localization projects by transferring parts and processes from US and European suppliers to Asia-based suppliers, ensuring successful qualification and production readiness.
• Conduct supplier production readiness assessments to ensure successful product launches and production ramp-up.
• Provide manufacturing engineering support to suppliers by ensuring manufacturing processes meet engineering requirements, driving process improvements and validating process capability for new product introductions.
• Drive supplier capability and quality improvements during onboarding and qualification through supplier assessments, continuous improvement initiatives and Lean/ Six Sigma methodologies.
• Identify and mitigate supplier process and capability risks, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and performance targets are met.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Operations or Manufacturing Engineering. Experience in industrial equipment, CNC machining equipment, automotive, semiconductor or medical manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience supporting NPI programs, supplier qualification, process validation, and production ramp-up activities.
• Proven track record in supplier development, localization, and continuous improvement projects.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience (Green Belt preferred).
• Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and Kaizen facilitation.
• Experience with machining, plating and/ or assembly processes, and the ability to read technical drawings and documentation (GD&T).
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Formal project management certification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions and cultures.
• Willingness to travel regularly to supplier sites within Asia.

Others info:

• Monday– Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm
• Walking distance from Ubi MRT Station.
• AWS+ VB + Group Profit Sharing

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.