Senior Supplier Engineer
On-siteGeorge Town, Penang, Malaysia
Job Summary
Lead supplier qualification activities for new and existing components and define scalable manufacturing methods for metal components at suppliers. Develop manufacturing, testing, and inspection methods prior to part qualification while providing manufacturing and supplier quality support. Assess and prioritize component issues, owning the disposition of nonconforming material and driving corrective actions using structured root cause methods such as 8D and 5 Why. Lead manufacturing process selection and optimization by selecting the optimal process for each part, balancing quality, long-term capacity, and total lifecycle cost. Apply DFM principles to improve quality, reduce cost, and strengthen supply continuity while guiding internal stakeholders and suppliers on quality, process capability, and best-value strategies.
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, supplier process engineering, design, or a related field
- Ability to influence suppliers and lead cross-functional teams in resolving complex technical and process issues
- Working knowledge of pFMEA, process validation, inspection methods, and test techniques
- Experience using Word and Excel
- Experience using PLM systems
- Experience using ERP systems
- BS degree in an engineering field
- Ability to read and modify engineering drawings
- Solid understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T
- Ability to work in compliance with GMP requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to travel to suppliers on an as-needed basis, domestically and internationally, 10% to 25%
- Ability to work onsite at Intuitive's Penang manufacturing site
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a medical device company
- Experience with low-volume high-mix production environments
- Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485
- Experience in auditing suppliers to these standards
- Understanding of Quality Management System (QMS) requirements
- Experience across a broad range of manufacturing processes, with understanding of the key variables that influence quality, cost, and capacity
- Desired product experience in at least two of the following categories: Laser Metal Sintering or 3D printing, MIM, Micro-forging, Metallurgy and Material Science, Machining (including multi-spindle and 4- and 5-axis machining, coil- and bar-fed lathes), Stamping & Fine blanking, Industrial automation (including automated manufacturing lines)
- Proficiency in additional local languages
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