Job Title: Supplier Technical Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Supplier Technical Engineer (STE) to join the Forging and Machining Value Stream in Supply Chain at Solar Turbines Incorporated, located in San Diego, CA. This facility is the world leader in the production of small and medium size industrial gas turbines for the oil and gas and power generation markets. Joining our team will have you working in a fast paced, collaborative environment that gets the job done, where safety is our number one priority. The position of Supplier Technical Engineer (STE) is an integral part of the supplier relationship, acting as a liaison between internal customers and external suppliers, and provides leadership in resolution of quality problems associated with purchased materials and engineering issues. This position provides great cross functional exposure, as you would be working with various teams internally from Operations, Engineering and NPI teams.

As the STE at this facility you would:
Have technical accountability for the assigned purchase parts from NPI (initial concept) through the product life cycle, including all aspects of quality management.
Develop and distribute quality metrics and monitor supplier quality performance data and trends.
Develop and implement strategies for supplier performance improvements, leveraging root cause analysis and corrective and preventative action methodologies.
Be responsible for developing and maintaining a thorough knowledge of technological developments and trends for guidance of commodity teams in advancement of design, quality, manufacturing and cost optimization.
Coordinate with engineering personnel on matters regarding Concurrent Product and Process Development (CPPD), New Product Introduction (NPI), and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI).
Provide input into the supplier selection process as a technical subject matter expert including participation on survey teams, collaboration with Sourcing Specialists and Buyers in supplier qualification, selection and ongoing evaluation.
Participate in design and process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Lead the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a technical subject (STEM)
Minimum of 5 years of technical experience in quality, manufacturing or related engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with quality management principles
Experience with forging or machining processes
Experience with manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies and knowledge of shop operations and maintenance procedures.
Familiarity with engineering practices & process planning (interpretation of drawings, tooling concepts, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), Functional Test, etc)
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
Experience with stainless steels, allow, and super alloys
Project Management skills
Well-developed interpersonal skills in dealing with sensitive issues, developing others and reaching consensus on specific actions, inside and outside of Solar
Tools and techniques of 6 Sigma methodology are requirements and may be attained through completion of 6 Sigma training following entry into this position. Familiarity with project management and Design of Experiment (DOE)
Strong analytical problem-solving skills
Highest level of ethics and professionalism

Auto req ID9014BR
Location

Harbor Drive

CountryUnited States
State/Region/Province

California

CompanySolar Turbines Incorporated
Job Category

Logistics/Traffic

Minimum Education LevelBachelors Degree
Minimum Years Experience

5 to 8

Shift1st Shift
Travel Requirements

25% to 50%

Visa Eligibility

Applicants must be currently eligible to work in the country in which this position is located. For information on employment eligibility in the United States, please visit the U.S. Immigration Services website.

Relocation Eligibility

This position does not qualify for relocation.

Benefits Eligibility

Solar Turbines offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vacation, 401k, incentive bonus, tuition reimbursement and professional development/advancement opportunities.

Company Info

Headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, Solar Turbines Incorporated, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial gas turbines, with more than 15,000 units and over 2 billion operating hours in over 100 countries.

Products from Solar Turbines play an important role in the development of oil, natural gas and power generation projects around the world. Solar Turbines’ products include gas turbine engines (rated from 1590 to 30,000 horsepower), gas compressors, and gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical-drive packages and generator sets (ranging from 1 to 22 megawatts).

Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products.

Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 7,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.

EOE Plus

Solar Turbines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Solar Turbines conducts Drug Screens and Background Checks.