Supplier Development Engineer

Supplier Development, AQP & Launch SupportLead supplier qualification, development, and readiness for new and existing programsSupport supplier selection through readiness status and development input to sourcingDrive AQP activities to ensure supplier readiness for sourcing and launchAct as liaison between suppliers and cross-functional teams (purchasing, engineering, plant quality)Coordinate supplier readiness reviews, technical reviews, and program meetingsTrack supplier deliverables, action plans, and timing commitmentsSupport PSO activities, PPAP submissions, and overall supplier launch executionSupplier Assessments, Audits & Risk ManagementConduct process audits and supplier assessments to evaluate manufacturing capability, controls, and risksDocument audit findings, gaps, and risk items with clear recommendationsMaintain structured tracking of audit findings and supplier development actionsDrive closure of corrective actions and verify effectiveness on-sitePerform capacity evalua...