2027 Summer Intern - Supplier Development Engineer - 6463

Shield AI • Dallas, TX

2d • $35 - $45

About The Position

Shield AI is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supplier Development Engineer Intern focused on machined parts. The role supports supplier performance and helps solve challenges affecting quality, on-time delivery, and scaling. It also supports onboarding suppliers to new designs and contributes to delivering affordable autonomous systems at scale.

The intern will work with suppliers to improve processes, quality, delivery, and cost; provide technical support on parts and manufacturing requirements; monitor supplier performance; mitigate supply-chain risks; and support new product introductions.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in electrical, industrial, or mechanical engineering, or a related field, with expected graduation in December 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
• Excel and data-analysis skills.
• Experience with PLM or ERP systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Ability to confidently read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Understanding of machining, welding, and forming processes.
• Experience leading root-cause investigations using methods such as 8D or 5 Whys.
• Experience working with suppliers or production lines.

Responsibilities

• Audit supplier processes and work with suppliers to identify improvements in cost, lead times, and quality.
• Conduct on-site audits to identify root causes of supplier quality issues and performance challenges.
• Assess and improve supplier capabilities in alignment with engineering and operational priorities.
• Provide suppliers with technical guidance on part specifications, manufacturing processes and standards, and quality measures.
• Track and analyze supplier delivery, quality, and cost metrics; implement corrective actions and continuous improvement plans as needed.
• Identify and mitigate supply-chain risks to help ensure uninterrupted production and component delivery.
• Support new product introductions by helping ensure suppliers meet quality and delivery requirements during development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern