Senior Supplier Development Engineer

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier development firm in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Supplier Development Engineer. This role involves providing manufacturing engineering support for implantable devices and cardiovascular solutions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience or a Master's with 3+ years. Key skills include statistical tools, CAD experience, and strong communication abilities. This position requires up to 20% domestic/international travel and offers an 18+ month contract with opportunities for extension.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience for Bachelor's or 3 years for Master's degree.
• Experience in catheter manufacturing technology and cardiovascular devices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for supplier capability and product implementation.
• Participate in discussions to improve products and processes.
• Perform design reviews for manufacturing capabilities.

Skills

Statistical tools (SPC, Six Sigma, DMAIC)

CAD experience (ProE/SolidWorks)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Technical writing skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field

Master's Degree in Engineering or Scientific field

Job description

Location: Irvine, CA (100% onsite)

Duration: 18+ months contract with high possibilities of extension/conversion

• Up to 20% domestic/international travel required.

Job Description

Our Senior Supplier Development Engineer position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

The Senior Supplier Development Engineer role will reside in the Advanced Technology (AT) Supplier Development Engineering team to provide manufacturing engineering support in the design and development of implantable devices and delivery systems to treat cardiovascular disease. Conduct engineering activities from the initial product development phase through product launch. Develop manufacturing technologies to meet new product demands. Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) concepts, tools and analysis. Conduct reviews to ensure DFM considerations are incorporated into designs. Assess and develop supplier part capability. Work directly with suppliers to address specifications and quality requirements. Lead supplier validation activities, support initial builds and commercialization of new product introduction. Integrate new products into manufacturing. Manage product phase in/phase out activities around design, regulatory and clinical requirements. Support manufacturing readiness reviews, supply chain readiness review and manage design transfers to manufacturing.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with 4 years’ experience, including either industry or industry/education OR
• Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Scientific field with 3 years’ experience, including either industry or industry/education.
• Up to 20% domestic/international travel required.
• Experience in the use of statistical tools required (SPC, Six Sigma, DMAIC, etc.).
• Experience in catheter manufacturing technology in the development of cardiovascular and/or endovascular devices, minimally invasive endoscopy and implantable devices.
• CAD experience using ProE/SolidWorks
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as a member of a team.
• Effective verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills including conflict and relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for strategic sourcing projects, including evaluation of supplier capability, part qualification plan, specification review, product implementation and part transition to manufacturing.
• Participate in technical discussions with suppliers to identify and implement improvements in products and processes.
• Perform design and drawing reviews to ensure that components meet desired capabilities for manufacturing.
• Responsible for defining supplier qualification requirements for OEM, Contract manufacturer (components and devices) and custom materials, including supplier validations and Edwards receiving inspection fixture design for Test method validation.
• Respond with a high sense of urgency to quality issues and elevate/communicate appropriately.
• Ensure that Tier 1 suppliers are using capable Tier 2 suppliers and resolve any inter-company conflict effectively.
• Strategically bring various cross-functional teams and suppliers into alignment on outstanding issues on time.
• Work with suppliers to optimize processes, reduce cost, ensure lean manufacturing and remove any waste from processes.
• Develop and manage project milestones in line with development and commercialization needs.
• Perform supplier risk & capacity assessment and take appropriate actions to ensure timely and successful commercialization.
• Audit suppliers for their technical capabilities as well as quality criteria.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.