Supplier Development Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

. Assess supplier quality and ensure products are defect-free and compliant with manufacturing specifications and legal standards .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBangalore • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality assessment, compliance with manufacturing specifications, and implementation of quality assurance plans. Proficient in conducting audits, developing testing procedures, and driving continuous improvement in supplier performance.

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Supplier Quality AssessmentProduction Part Approval Process (PPAP)Quality Management MethodsSupplier AuditsProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Quality Assurance PlansTesting ProceduresSupplier EvaluationsManufacturing StandardsDefect Rate MonitoringCompliance AuditsSupplier ManagementContinuous Improvement MethodsProblem-Solving TechniquesCommunication Tools

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Supplier Quality ControlManufacturing SpecificationsFederal PoliciesQuality StandardsSupplier Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess supplier quality and ensure products are defect-free and compliant with manufacturing specifications and legal standards
Conduct tests and assessments on incoming supplies to identify quality issues
Develop supplier inspection, testing, and evaluation mechanisms
Monitor supplier defect rates and identify potential sources of flaws
Guide suppliers in reducing defect rates
Research potential vendors and assess their manufacturing environments, practices, and procedures
Conduct supplier quality control audits for compliance with organizational and federal policies and standards
Support supplier performance improvement through process enhancements and process controls
Develop quality assurance plans
Develop testing and validation procedures for manufactured parts and products
Oversee PPAP implementation and review PPAP documentation
Monitor supplier performance, develop quality standards and controls, and maintain supplier partnerships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s from a Tier 1 university or college / degree or equivalent experience desired
Knowledge of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques
Knowledge of problem-solving approaches, tools and techniques
Knowledge of process improvement and continuous improvement methods
Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques
Knowledge of Production Part Approval Processes (PPAP)
Knowledge of manufacturing standards, procedures and policies
Knowledge of supplier management in manufacturing
Knowledge of supplier evaluations and certification
Ability to assess supplier quality and compliance with manufacturing specifications and legal standards
Ability to conduct supplier audits and evaluate manufacturing environments, practices, and procedures

Benefits

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Equal Opportunity Employer
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