Location: France - Montrottier / Poland - Tczew / Remote work possible Job Summary: As a lead Supplier Development Engineer, you will be playing key role in Eaton Vehicle and eMobility business group as lead subject matter expert. Your focus will be development of EMEA located suppliers. On top of that you will be collaborating with internal stakeholders on new programs development globally. Job Responsibilities: • Support new supplier sourcing with onsite quality/technical assessments based on Eaton audit forms and VDA, AIAG CQI standards • Lead high risk supplier APQP process. Assure flawless launch and on-time PPAP delivery • Support error proofing in early APQP stage through design & manufacturability reviews • Lead initial supplier orientation including early APQP Supplier Training Program • Proactively monitor supplier risk and performance using lagging and leading indicators. Drive systemic quality improvements across dedicated commodity • Coordinate and execute supplier onsite and remote audit plans • Support development of dedicated supplier commodity strategy with cross functional team • Work collaboratively with Eaton and supplier quality engineers on quality, delivery improvement programs using lean best practices • Drive problem solving on High Impact supplier complains • Support VAVE and LEAN initiatives in the region Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Engineering 3-5 years of experience in quality/technical environment Experience in process engineering, ideally in a production environment Technical knowledge: Subject matter expert in mechatronics; Harness, connectors, PCBA manufacturing. Experience with Technical cleanliness standard VDA19 Experience with AGAI CQI applicable standards Minimum 3-year experience using quality tools/methodologies (FMEA, PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, Problem solving, 8D, A3, Ishikawa, 5why, supplier onsite auditing) Working toward or certified Six Sigma Green Belt Soft skills: • Ability to work cross-functionally, think strategically • Fluency in English. Any other European languages would be a plus Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Supply Chain / Logistics Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa Organization: VEH EMB eMobility Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time