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Supplier Technical Engineer

Post Date

May 08, 2025

Location

San Diego,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

92101
US
Feb 11, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Purchasing

Req #

SDG-781186

Pay Rate

$108k - $145k (estimate)

Job Description

A gas turbine company in San Diego is looking for a Senior Supplier Technical Engineer to join their team. This person will be joining the forging and machining team supporting parts for the exterior of gas turbine engines. As a Supplier Technical Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

1. Technical Accountability: Oversee purchased parts from initial concept through the product life cycle, ensuring quality management.

2. Supplier Collaboration: Understand and address complex technical issues with suppliers, proposing solutions.

3.Quality Improvement: Collaborate with Sourcing Specialists and Buyers to enhance supplier performance.

4.Process Oversight: Lead PPAP and contribute to design and process FMEA.

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Required Skills & Experience

- Bachelors Degree with a minimum of seven years of experience, or a Masters Degree with a minimum of three years of experience.
-Experience in supplier quality resolution using Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)
-Experience with ERP software and proficient with MS Office Suite

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

-Engineering/Manufacturing Background: Experience with machining, forging, and assembly processes
-Technical Knowledge: Proficient in engineering practices, process planning, drawing interpretation, tooling concepts, NDT, functional testing, metallurgy, and product knowledge.
-Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and statistical abilities.
-Interpersonal Skills: Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, reaching consensus, and influencing suppliers and internal clients.
-Lean & Six Sigma: Familiar with Six Sigma tools and Lean Manufacturing principles.
-Project Management: Capable of managing supplier qualification and improvement projects.
-Quality Management: Knowledgeable in supplier selection processes and quality management systems.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.