About this opportunity
Electric Era lists this Senior Supplier Development Engineer opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Electric Era was founded to decarbonize and electrify transportation by powering all of EV charging. Transitioning the global car refill supply chain to electric will take decades of focused and intense work to solve the fundamental engineering challenges required to generate, store, transmit and distribute electricity for a global fleet of electric cars.
Today Electric Era is actively building the technologies that make it possible to rapidly transition our car energy infrastructure to electricity. We are dedicated to solving this audacious challenge and to building the cutting edge technology that powers the world.
Role
Electric Era is hiring an experienced Supplier Development Engineer to enable the development and production flow of our EV charging infrastructure. In this role, you will work closely with Engineering, Production, and our supply base to execute effective, creative, and data-driven supply chain strategies that meet manufacturing goals. Your ability to solve problems in partnership with suppliers will directly help accelerate the EV revolution and electrify the transportation network.
Responsibilities
Develop suppliers for Electric Era's products by improving quality, cost, delivery, and capacity
Collaborate with engineers to build in-depth knowledge of parts, assembly, metrology, and sub-system design intent
Support resolution of supplier quality issues through root cause analysis, serving as the liaison between sourcing, engineering, production, and suppliers
Support the sourcing team in strategically matching parts to supplier competencies by assessing supplier manufacturing processes and quality systems
Create and define supplier technical and quality requirements based on customer and program expectations across NPI and production phases
Define product technical requirements and ensure supplier compliance
Implement and monitor the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) with selected suppliers to enable rate production
Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics to identify trends, pinpoint systemic performance gaps, and guide supplier improvement plans
Conduct proactive research to identify potential new suppliers and capabilities in manufacturing and metrology
Identify and advance product and process improvements to lower part cost, reduce supply risk, eliminate defects, and improve cycle time
Manage mission-critical supply relationships by establishing strong working relationships and regular communication with suppliers
Collaborate cross-functionally, coordinate projects, and continuously support improvement across the supply base
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a STEM field
5+ years of experience in supply chain engineering, supplier development/quality, manufacturing, or design engineering
Ability to conduct regular factory floor walkthroughs, including standing and walking for extended periods
Preferred Skills and Experience
Proven record of owning projects end-to-end, negotiating cost reductions, and partnering with engineering to achieve shared outcomes
Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods (e.g., APQP, Design of Experiments, Six Sigma)
Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and applications
Familiarity with metrology tools and techniques for measuring and characterizing mechanical parts
Understanding of lean manufacturing and supply chain concepts
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to respond effectively in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment
Additional Requirements
Based onsite in Seattle, WA; remote work is not available for this role
Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends, as required by business needs
Ability to travel 25–60%
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet the Company's motor vehicle eligibility requirements
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range
Supplier Development Engineer (Level I): $100,000 - $115,000 / year
Supplier Development Engineer (Level II): $110,000 - $135,000 / year
Sr. Supplier Development Engineer: $135,000 - $190,000 / year
Additional Compensation: This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation, commission, equity awards, or other compensation programs, subject to applicable plan terms.
Benefits: Electric Era offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, retirement benefits, and other company-sponsored programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.
Electric Era is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
This position is employment at-will. Either Electric Era or the employee may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice, except as required by law.
The job description above outlines primary duties and responsibilities but is not exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as business needs evolve.
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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