Senior Supplier Quality Engineer – NPI & PPAP Lead

Caterpillar Brazil; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Senior Supplier Technical Engineer to lead supplier quality resolution and PPAP coordination with cross-functional teams.

You will oversee quality metrics, engage with engineering on NPI, and drive continuous improvement in turbomachinery-related supplier processes. The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, Six Sigma tools, and effective communication to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree and experience in supplier quality or engineering.
• Experience with ERP systems and MS Office suite.
• Strong business English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality problem resolution with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Develop supplier quality metrics and report monthly performance.
• Coordinate PPAP and engineering liaison activities with internal teams.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

ERP software

MS Office

English (Business)

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering

Tools

Windchill

BAAN

Visio

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Senior Supplier Technical Engineer to lead supplier quality resolution and PPAP coordination with cross-functional teams.

You will oversee quality metrics, engage with engineering on NPI, and drive continuous improvement in turbomachinery-related supplier processes. The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, Six Sigma tools, and effective communication to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.