SR SUPPLIER TECHNICAL ENGINEER

Auctis; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 104,649 - 156,973; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader seeks a Senior Supplier Technical Engineer in Fairburn, Georgia. The successful candidate will manage supplier quality, resolve issues and implement improvements in a collaborative environment. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience along with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. A Bachelor's Degree in engineering is mandatory, and proficiency in quality management systems is preferred. The role also implies some travel, both domestic and international, enhancing the diverse nature of this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related role.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and warehousing operations.
• Proficiency with Quality Management Systems and Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier quality across all areas.
• Liaison between stakeholders for technical questions.
• Collaborate with teams to meet quality and cost goals.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Quality Management Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Basic hand tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

Fairburn, GA, United States Caterpillar Inc

About the job SR SUPPLIER TECHNICAL ENGINEER

Job Title: Senior Supplier Technical Engineer - REQ#3187642

Location: Fairburn, Georgia, United States
Company: Caterpillar Inc

Base Salary: USD $104,649 to $156,973
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Required Experience: 5+ to 7 years
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree

About the Role: Join Caterpillar Inc as a Senior Supplier Technical Engineer, overseeing the technical evaluation of purchased materials and ensuring supplier quality within the Global Supply Chain. Serve as the on-site expert for inbound activities, managing all aspects of quality in the warehouse and contributing to process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all areas of supplier quality, resolving issues, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement.
• Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders, addressing technical questions and ensuring 5 Sigma Quality performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality, velocity, and cost goals.

Qualifications:

• Technical Degree (preferably in engineering) or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years in a related role.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and warehousing operations/processes.
• Proficiency in using basic hand tools and inspection equipment.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems and Lean Manufacturing desired.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10-15%).