Supplier Development Engineer III

Daikin Applied

Plymouth, MN · HybridFull-time$90–152K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

Plymouth, MNHybridFull-time$90–152K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation

$90–152K/yr

Location

Plymouth, MNHybrid

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

Daikin Applied seeks a Supplier Development Engineer to improve the capability and performance of high-risk, critical, and strategic suppliers. The role assesses supplier quality and manufacturing performance, develops improvement plans, and evaluates designs for producibility and cost. It works with suppliers and internal sourcing, procurement, materials, engineering, and manufacturing teams. The position is hybrid in Plymouth, Minnesota, and may require travel up to 40%.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Supplier AssessmentCapacity AnalysisSupplier Development PlanningKPI Performance ManagementRisk MitigationContinuous ImprovementDesign for ProducibilityDesign to CostProblem InvestigationPresentationsSupply ChainManufacturingField OperationsTeam Coordination

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience in Management or STEM8+ Years Supply Chain or Manufacturing ExperienceLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black BeltTravel Up to 40%

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Duties

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is hiring a Supplier Development Engineer! The purpose of the Supplier Development Engineer is to increase the capability of our high-risk, critical, and strategic suppliers, improving cost, quality, and timeliness of delivered products to Daikin. Under limited supervision, you will be responsible for completing technical analytical assessments and reports to identify supplier quality and performance issues within current supply base as well as evaluation of potential future suppliers. You will work on-site with suppliers to enhance their productivity and efficiency and evaluate engineering design producibility as well as design to cost to drive drawing changes that will aid in a supplier's capabilities to perform and reduce cost. You will work closely with strategic sourcing and procurement as well as DAA's business unit's Materials, Engineering and Manufacturing organizations and support the development of informational processes and channels of communication. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location:Hybrid, Plymouth, MN

What you will do:

Complete technical supplier assessments relating to manufacturing capability (machinery, tooling, processes), quality, workforce, capacity, continuous improvement, and sub-tier management

Review and develop supplier capacity analysis and tools

Develop, initiate and maintain supplier specific development plans

Develop, initiate and maintain supplier specific KPI performance management

Deploys risk mitigation plans

Monitor, support and facilitate continuous improvement events and initiatives

Review engineering designs as related to a specific supplier's capabilities and facilitate producibility and design to cost changes

Review new product introduction designs for producibility and design to cost

Investigate problem jobs and participate in solutions to improve product quality and recover expenses incurred by Daikin that are the responsibility of the supplier

Conduct presentations to internal customers and business unit management

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in management or STEM

8+ Year of experience with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or similar

Ability to travel up to 40% if necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

4+ years of related field operations/Supply Chain experience on manufacturing products, controls, and systems

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Experience coordinating teams of internal and external clients

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off and company paid holidays

Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

The range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls is $90,400.00 - $151,800 + 10% bonus potential. (Typical pay rate is $115,000 - $135,000). Individual pay rate will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!

Equal Opportunity Employment: It is the policy of Daikin Applied to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.