Supplier Development Engineer - Mechanical & Electronic Parts

About The Team

The active damping system sMOTION anticipates irregularities on the road and almost completely compensates for jerky movements, allowing occupants to work or relax without disruption in the autonomously controlled cars of the future. With this active damping concept, ZF helps to take ride comfort, driving dynamics, and safety to a new level. sMOTION makes an important contribution to automated driving. Now, we are looking for a new colleague with SDE expertise in mechanical & electronic parts for our Chassis Solution Technology at our Shanghai location.

What you can look forward to as a SDE - Mechanical & Electronic Parts?

• Overall supplier management within commodity of mechanical and electronic parts such as wire forming, sensor, connector, harness, solenoid or assembly parts...etc.
• Manage supplier APQP activities to ensure project flawless launch.
• Take the initiative and necessary actions to ensure the suppliers meet all requirements and specifications during every business phase.
• Close monitoring of supplier KPI and drive continuous improvement to meet targets.
• Perform supplier process audit. Leading escalated quality topics and support VAVE activity
• Lead the development of new suppliers in collaboration with the purchasing department to fulfill the business strategy.

Your Profile as a SDE - Mechanical & Electronic Parts?

• Mechanical or tooling design background. 5+ years of automotive business experience.
• 3+ years of experience in quality or supplier management, be familiar with machining parts or bearing parts manufacturing process techniques and quality standards.
• Familiar with AIAG Quality tools, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, FEMA..etc.
• VDA 6.3 Auditor, certificate is a plus. Six Sigma Green Belt (recommended).
• Good Problem-Solving techniques experience (mandatory). Good teamwork sense and practices.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and local language Chinese. Able to conduct frequent travel nationwide. 

Why you should choose ZF in China?

• Individual Growth: At ZF, you accelerate your career by working together across borders and cultures. Take advantage of global development opportunities, support and a flexible working environment. 
• Experience Variety: Join ZF to shape future mobility and sustainable systems. Drive smart solutions and contribute to safer, cleaner, affordable mobility for all.
• Find Inspiration: Develop yourself in a team-oriented and supportive environment at ZF. Take on international challenges, be inspired by your colleagues and shape the future with us.