Supplier Development Engineer

The Supplier Development Engineer role is focused on strengthening supplier capabilities and ensuring the successful delivery of advanced communication technologies. Key responsibilities include:

1. Providing technical leadership to strategic suppliers, improving manufacturing maturity, resolving process challenges, and ensuring alignment between supplier capabilities and engineering requirements.
2. Leading technical assessments of high-risk and specialized suppliers to identify process gaps, capability risks, and improvement opportunities.
3. Conducting root cause analysis on complex supplier performance issues and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
4. Developing and managing strategic supplier development programs for critical manufacturing partners.
5. Supporting supply chain and engineering teams in identifying, evaluating, and selecting specialized vendors for advanced technology products.
6. Partnering with sourcing, supplier quality, and engineering teams to optimize supplier performance and ensure successful supply outcomes.
7. Coaching suppliers on process improvements, manufacturing best practices, and technical problem resolution.
8. Facilitating collaboration between engineering teams and external manufacturing partners to improve product readiness and scalability.
9. Traveling to supplier locations as needed to support technical reviews, process improvements, and sourcing initiatives.
10. Maintaining strong documentation practices and communicating technical findings, risks, and recommendations clearly.
11. Collaborating with global supplier relationships to bridge technical requirements across regions and teams.

Requirements include:

• Strong experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, and advanced display or electronics technologies.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in flat panel display, electronics manufacturing, process engineering, or related industries.
• Proven experience improving supplier processes and coordinating collaboration between design teams and external manufacturing partners.
• Experience conducting supplier assessments, root cause analysis, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Ability to break down complex technical challenges into clear, actionable solutions.
• Strong analytical mindset with curiosity for understanding system-level behavior while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and influence stakeholders across different functions.
• Advanced written and spoken proficiency in Japanese and English required for technical communication and documentation management.
• Mandarin Chinese proficiency is preferred to support broader APAC supplier collaboration.

Benefits include:

• A monthly compensation range of $6,000 - $8,000 USD, depending on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and location.
• A fully remote work environment.
• Opportunity to collaborate with global engineering and supplier networks.
• Exposure to innovative communication technologies and advanced manufacturing processes.
• The ability to make a direct impact on supplier performance, product quality, and operational success.
• Travel opportunities to engage with international suppliers and technical teams.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and global impact.