Supplier Engineer

Cynet Systems Inc; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Manufacturing Engineer, where your expertise in manufacturing processes and problem-solving will drive supplier excellence. In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve quality and efficiency while managing supplier relationships. With a focus on continuous improvement and technical innovation, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the success of manufacturing operations. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing, Supplier, or Quality Engineering.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings with GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Work with suppliers to enhance quality and reduce costs.
• Manage supplier changes and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Problem-solving in component manufacturing

Communication skills

Technical and interpersonal handling

Part Qualification knowledge

Reading mechanical drawings

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with Product Lifecycle Management

ERP software knowledge

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Agile PLM software

SAP ERP software

Job description

Job Description

Pay Range: $40/hr - $50/hr

Essential Job Duties

• Work relentlessly with suppliers to improve quality, identify and execute cost reductions, capacity improvements, and risk mitigations.
• Manage supplier changes including manufacturing process changes, capacity optimization, facility changes, and new equipment qualification.
• Investigate, analyze, close, and prevent recurrence of non-conformances for purchased components from suppliers.
• Drive suppliers to continually improve their business and manufacturing process performance to meet requirements for supplier excellence using a collection of best practices in project management and SPC.
• Complete project and part qualification deliverables that include: FAIR, Process FMEA, Gage R&R, Measurement Correlation, Process Capability, and Process Validation.

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrable knowledge in at least one of the following manufacturing processes: machined metal components, plastic molded parts, aluminum castings, electrical cables, PCAs, and motion control components (motors, brakes, sensors).
• Strong and persistent curiosity for solving technical problems in component manufacturing and inspection within our cross-functional engineering team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle challenging technical and interpersonal situations with suppliers and internal customers.
• Practical knowledge of Part Qualification and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical drawings containing GD&T to communicate technical information regarding manufacturing and inspection.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Product Lifecycle Management software (e.g., Agile), and ERP software (e.g., SAP).

Required Education and Training

• BS degree in Engineering or equivalent; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Engineering, Quality Engineering, or Design Engineering.
• Experience in a medical device or capital equipment company in a different industry is preferred.

About the Company

We are a team of technical visionaries committed to gathering the best talent to help organizations realize their technological goals. Welcome to Cynet Systems Inc., a premier staffing and recruiting firm, nationally and locally certified as a diversity employer.