The Supplier Development Engineer works at a professional level to ensure that components and products are consistently manufactured in full compliance with specified requirements. Applies knowledge and a solid understanding of product and process engineering. Drives improvement of supplier operations designed to produce reductions in lead time, inventory, PPM/total cost, manufacturing system and ensure ergonomic workstations. Provide technical support (Quality and Engineering) to suppliers in the development of their manufacturing systems to produce PHINIA components.
About us
PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering carbon-free tomorrow
At PHINIA, we create premium fuel systems, electrical systems and aftermarket parts for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and industrial applications. We make sure our products are clean, efficient and high-value, because we know the actions we take today will have a profound impact on the world tomorrow. Our goal? The cleanest ICE technology: carbon-free combustion.
Always, PHINIA puts quality first, continuing our legacy with over a century of rich expertise and technological innovation. The name PHINIA has roots related to “bright” and “future,” representing our confidence and commitment to bettering the world.
Our Culture
We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. PHINIA promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.
Career Opportunities
We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.
Key responsibilities
- Definition and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions to reduce supplier rejections.
- Establishment of New Product Launch programs with suppliers.
- Conduct on-site assessments and supplier support visits to improve supplier performance and achieve corporate objectives in the areas of Quality, Cost and Responsiveness. These activities include Technical Site Asessment, design reviews, control plan audits, product audits, problem resolution activities.
- Participation in the approval and verification of local PPAP suppliers.
- Review supplier component design to ensure they meet specified tolerances.
- On-site verification of GP12.
- Management of supplier development system.
- Visit suppliers for PPAP approvals.
- Application of statistical quality tools.
- Verify that component specifications are in accordance with drawings.
- Evaluate supplier machinery and equipment to determine repair and replacement needs.
- Develop plans for specification lines and capabilities as required.
- Actively participate in the Annual Physical Inventory.
What we’re looking for
- Grade: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related career.
- Time in similar position: At least 3 years in a similar position in the automotive industry. Experience as Supplier Quality Engineer or Quality Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer with extensive quality related experience.
- Technical knowledge required: Manufacturing process, Internal Auditor. Supplier Quality Systems Management, Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time, Knowledge and application of Core Tools, failure analysis methodologies, GD&T, VDA 6.3, VDA 6.5, IATF 16949, CQI9, CQI12, CQI15, CQI17, CQI23 Technical Skills according to the commodities in charge.
- Other requirements: Microsoft Office, ISO 14001 Environmental Systems (desirable).
- Availability to travel: Yes
- Frequency: Monthly
- English Required: Proficient
What we believe
- Product Leadership - Innovation that brings value to our customers
- Humility - Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively
- Inclusivity - Recognizing our differences make us stronger; we are bold and intentional
- Net-Zero - Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse
- Integrity - Taking responsibility for our decisions and doing what is right
- Accountability - Taking ownership of our actions and for driving results
Safety
You will consistently hear us say Safety PHIRST! We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance to ensure that our employees go home as safe and as healthy as when they came in, or even better!
We also believe that health and safety is everyone’s responsibility, as such, PHINIA employees will know and comply with all applicable safety policies, standards, and procedures. Work is expected to be conducted in a manner that stresses the importance of preventing incidents and illnesses, including attending all required safety meetings and trainings. The hazards of each task shall be assessed, and the risk shall be managed accordingly. It is expected that all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are immediately reported to the direct manager, Human Resources, or Safety Representative.
We act with responsibility to take care our Health and Safety, ensure the Environmental Protection and the Energy performance during our daily activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Advancing sustainability today, powering carbon-free tomorrow. Join us on this shared journey to a brighter tomorrow.
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What We Do
At PHINIA, we know the actions we take today have a profound impact on the world we’ll live in tomorrow. That’s why we focus every day on improving fuel efficiency and performance, while also investing in the future for a more sustainable tomorrow.
Today, we are creating fuel systems, electrical systems and aftermarket parts that are efficient and premium-quality. This ensures that combustion engines run at peak performance, as cleanly as possible – keeping vehicles and industrial applications running efficiently so fewer resources are spent on building new ones before they’re truly needed. With our remanufacturing programs and product designs that facilitate recyclability, we continue to build a circular model of sustainability.
For a cleaner tomorrow, PHINIA is investing in a spectrum of alternative fuels that have planet-enhancing potential. Fuels like hydrogen, ethanol and methanol have the power to dramatically reduce carbon emissions, transforming transportation and protecting the Earth.
At PHINIA, we are constantly moving toward greater sustainability, and we use advanced technologies to explore promising possibilities. We spark change today, and we keep that momentum going – toward carbon-free combustion for tomorrow
