What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Supplier Technical Engineer position at Strivector?
Strivector Corp is a National Staffing and Recruiting agency established in 2012 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. We are a preferred partner for several Fortune 500 companies nationwide. Strivector has been consistently rated a rare 4.6/5 on Google, Indeed and Glassdoor by our candidates, customers, employees and contractors.
Elevate your professional journey with us. Strivector s premier client (a well-known market leader in their space) is hiring for the following full-time direct hire position.
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a Sr. Supplier Technical Engineer your roles and responsibilities will include:
- Have technical accountability for the assigned purchased parts from NPI (initial concept) through the product life cycle, including all aspects of quality management.
- Be able to understand top supplier technical issues and provide ideas and solution to resolve the most complex and challenging problems.
- Be responsible for communication of technical requirements with Supplier, design/drawing review, Configuration Management input, perform Baan functions, tooling management, Q-Notes, etc.
- Monitor supplier quality performance data and trends and collaborate with the
- Sourcing Specialist and Buyer to develop and implement strategies for supplier performance improvements, leveraging root cause analysis and corrective and preventative action methodologies.
- Provide input into casting, brazing and machining supplier selection process as a technical subject matter expert including participation on survey teams, collaboration with Sourcing Specialists and Buyers in supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing evaluation.
- Coordinate with engineering personnel on matters regarding Concurrent
- Product and Process Development (CPPD), New Product Introduction (NPI), and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI).
- Participate in design and process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Lead the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and develops the FAPITP (First Article Production Inspection Test Plan) with initial input from Design Engineering
- Work with Design Engineering to disposition Reject Notices (RNs) and Request for Technical Authorization (RTAs).
QUALIFICATIONS
Most importantly, you need to be a passionate Sr. Supplier Technical Engineer who enjoys his work and is considered to be one of the best within your organization. The ideal Sr. Supplier Technical Engineer would be someone with deep experience in many (if not all) of the following:
- Bachelor s Degree in a technical subject with 3 5 years of experience, or in lieu of a degree, 10 years of manufacturing experience
- Engineering practices & process planning (interpretation of drawings, tooling concepts, NDT, Functional Test, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills, ability to use and communicate statistical and problem-solving tools including root cause analysis and corrective action skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills strongly preferred in dealing with sensitive issues, developing others, and reaching consensus on specific actions, inside and outside of Solar.
- Tools and techniques of 6 Sigma methodology are requirements and may be attained through completion of 6 Sigma training following entry into this position.
- Familiarity with project management and Design of Experiment (DOE)
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles as applied by Solar and our Suppliers.
- Familiarity with quality management principles
- Project Management skills
- Familiarity with Investment Castings, Sand Castings and applicable Machining Processes a plus.
- Understanding of Solar manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies (turning, milling, etc.) and knowledge of shop operations and maintenance procedures.
We understand that even if you are a seasoned Sr. Supplier Technical Engineer you may not have all the skills listed here.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Compensation: Based on Experience. One of the best in the industry
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience: 2 to 5 years experience
Type of position: Full-time Permanent position with benefits
Location: San Diego, California
Relocation accepted: No
Remote / Hybrid: No
Location: San Diego, California
Relocation accepted: No
Remote / Hybrid: No
