Supplier Development Engineer

Caterpillar is looking for a Supplier Development Engineer . If you want to be part of a diverse team where everyone has a voice – do not hesitate to apply! 

As part of an international division, you would deal with suppliers across Europe and focus on the category of filters . As this technology is essential to business, you would be in the front row for technological developments and changes in the organization. 

What Will You Do:  

• Assess supplier quality and ensure that all products are defect-free and comply with manufacturing specifications and legal standards. 

• Ensuring the quality of supplies by conducting tests and assessments on incoming supplies to identify any quality issues . Developing supplier inspection, testing, and evaluation mechanism. 

• Generating reports on supplier quality , by monitoring their defect rates and areas that can lead to potential flaws; Guiding suppliers to reduce these defect rates. 

• Conducting proactive audits including supplier quality control to ensure compliance with organizational and federal policies and standards. 

• Supporting suppliers in improving their performance through process enhancements, implementing process controls, and developing quality assurance plans. 

• Cooperating with the New Product Implementation team in connection with upcoming projects 

What You Will Have:  

• Completed Engineering studies or equivalent experience  

• Effective communication skills in English to be able to convey messages across functions to both internal and external stakeholders 

• Ability to apply your knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. 

• Ability to transform numerical data into business insight  

• Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques (including PPAP and APQP) 

• Ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for improvement and compliance 

• Knowledge of Supplier Management and Evaluation processes; ability to apply related knowledge, experience, and skills into real practice  

• Aptitude to work effectively individually 

• Willingness and ability to travel (around 25% of the overall work, mostly in Europe, occasionally Asia) 

Best Candidates Will Also Have:  

• Knowledge of filter technologies 

• Proven project management skills 

• Multiple years of experience in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, or engineering. 

What We Offer:  

• Employment, based on contract of employment 

• Experience-based salary and Annual bonus based on individual and company performance 

• The co-financing of sports card, medical care and lunching package 

• Additional life insurance  

What’s in it for you?  

• We are open to your ideas and respect your unique experience as we always put our people first  

• Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment and Sustainability – living by our values in action we aim to serve our communities and build a better world together. Our Worldwide Code of Conduct , first published in 1974, defines what we stand for and believe in, documenting the uncompromisingly high ethical standards our company has upheld since its founding. 

• You can be part of an international organization that is aware that our teams are critical to the success of our customers. Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career.  

• We know that life can be unpredictable sometimes, so we offer flexibility and hybrid working environments for our teammates. Caterpillar is proud to be named one of America’s Best Employers for Women 2023 and Best Employers for Diversity in 2024 by Forbes.    

• Being a part of Caterpillar’s employee resource groups (ERGs) that have engaged and connected communities inside and outside of the company across the globe. These groups provide opportunities for personal and professional development, and they help drive innovation. (For example, Women’s Initiative Network, Caterpillar Lambda Network, Experienced Professionals of Caterpillar, Young Professionals of Caterpillar and Military Support Network.) 

• Learning is a life-long process therefore we offer continuous development opportunities with access to numerous pieces of training, including technical skills, and soft skills. 

The Power of Everyone   

At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued, and are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high-performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the communities where we live and work.