Supplier Development Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Clayton, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar's BCP division is hiring for Supplier Development Engineer in Clayton, NC! In this role you will provide technical expertise and leadership to the Worktools supply base in the execution of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), the implementation of process controls, the development of continuous quality improvement processes and procurement projects, and to develop new and existing suppliers worldwide to ensure all products are free from defects and are in compliance with manufacturing specifications and legal standards and meet our supplier performance requirements.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree, preferably in engineering.
Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Understanding of QCLDM/TCO.
Engineering or manufacturing background plus familiarity with manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies for Caterpillar-type Products.
Experience in lean six sigma practices to fully understand the current performance of the supply base, evaluate strategic options, decide a course of action, and begin implementation.
Strong Negotiator, able to interpret, analyze and negotiate contractual cost elements.
Good interpersonal communication, analytical, leadership and project management skills to develop cooperative working relationships with others both inside and outside of Caterpillar.

Nice To Haves

Quality engineering certification.
Capable of using and demonstrating statistical and problem-solving tools.
Understanding of 3rd party registration standards
Lean Six Sigma Certification.

Responsibilities

Work with suppliers to ensure robust process controls are in place to prevent nonconformities/defects.
Monitor supplier’s key manufacturing processes, capacity, and quality management systems.
Lead or support APQP activities for new product devolvement programs.
Ensure supplier’s quality by conducting audits and assessments on incoming parts to identify any quality issues; develop supplier inspection plans, testing, and evaluation mechanisms.
Research potential suppliers, assess their manufacturing environment, practices, and procedures; Conduct supplier quality control audits to ensure compliance with organizational and federal policies and standards.
Supporting suppliers in improving their performance through process enhancements, implementing process controls and developing quality assurance plans.
Generating reports on supplier quality, by monitoring their defect rates and areas that can lead to potential flaws; Guide suppliers to reduce defect rates.