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Supplier Development Engineer

Amprius Technologies, Inc.Fremont, California, United States
On-site Full-time $120K/yr - $190K/yr

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Qualifications

Candidates should possess a strong background in engineering, with a focus on supplier development or quality assurance in the manufacturing sector. Proven experience working collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams is essential. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field, with additional certifications in Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing being advantageous. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities are required.

About the job

Join Amprius Technologies!

Amprius Technologies, Inc. stands at the forefront of lithium-ion battery innovation, renowned for producing high-energy, high-power batteries that offer the highest energy density available in the market. Our headquarters in Fremont, California, houses a cutting-edge R&D lab and a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility dedicated to the production of silicon anodes and battery cells. To learn more about our company and its revolutionary technology, visit us at www.amprius.com.

 

Position Overview

As a Supplier Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality, capability, and reliability of our lithium-ion battery cell and component suppliers. This position requires a deep collaboration with internal engineering and quality teams, as well as external supplier partners, to design, implement, and uphold top-tier manufacturing processes and quality systems.

 

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Quality and Process Development

  • Lead the selection, qualification, and ongoing improvement of suppliers for new battery cell chemistries and components.
  • Conduct comprehensive on-site audits at supplier facilities to evaluate manufacturing processes, quality management systems, and technical capacities.
  • Direct the creation and approval of APQP/PPAP (Advanced Product Quality Planning / Production Part Approval Process) packages to ensure components adhere to rigorous standards.
  • Execute continuous improvement initiatives at supplier sites, employing methodologies like Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).

Industrialization

  • Lead capacity analysis efforts to engage in detailed, collaborative studies with key suppliers to identify operational bottlenecks, assess utilization, and develop strategic scaling plans.
  • Validate long-term capacity expansion strategies to ensure they align with demand forecasts, technology advancements, and quality standards.
  • Oversee the scale-up and qualification processes of manufacturing, monitoring pilot runs, managing successful ramp-ups, and confirming quality metrics prior to mass production.
  • Formulate and implement robust risk mitigation strategies for manufacturing with suppliers.

Collaboration and Communication

  • Collaborate closely with Design Engineering to influence product design for manufacturability (DFM) and quality aspects.
  • Act as the primary technical link between Amprius and supplier engineering and quality teams.
  • Facilitate joint problem-solving sessions utilizing the 8D methodology to promptly and effectively resolve quality issues.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on supplier performance, risk evaluations, and development progress to internal stakeholders.

About Amprius Technologies, Inc.

Amprius Technologies, Inc. is a prominent player in the energy storage market, committed to pushing the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology. Our innovative solutions are designed to meet the demanding needs of modern applications, and we pride ourselves on our dedication to excellence in research and development.

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