Supplier Manufacturing Engineer

📍 Greer, SC | 🕒 Full-Time | ✈️ 25–35% Travel

Join Vericor Power Systems and help drive supplier excellence in a high-impact engineering role.

We’re looking for a Supplier Manufacturing Engineer to lead supply chain development, improve manufacturability, and support repair process innovation. In this role, you’ll serve as a key technical leader working cross-functionally to strengthen supplier performance, reduce costs, and enhance quality across our operations.

• Identify, develop, and qualify suppliers for materials, components, and repair services
• Lead supplier manufacturing and technical reviews for new parts and new suppliers
• Drive cost reduction and lead-time improvements through supplier optimization
• Develop repair processes and technical Statements of Work (SOW)
• Evaluate manufacturability and producibility for new product introductions
• Support material review processes (RMRA, DMR, SAR, FP) and corrective actions
• Serve as a technical auditor for First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR)
• Ensure compliance with Vericor Quality Delivery Procedures (VQDP)
• Participate in and support supplier audits
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, finance, and program teams
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, and manufacturability

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field
• 5 years of manufacturing experience (gas turbine experience a plus)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, castings, forgings, fabrication, etc.)
• Experience with technical drawings, bills of material, and industrial manufacturing
• Proven ability to lead projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis (FMEA, Fishbone, 8D, etc.)
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality Management Systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required

Preferred Qualifications:

• AS9100 / AS9102 knowledge
• MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) experience
• Supplier or internal auditor certification
• PMP or other project management certification
• Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher)
• Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen experience

• Be a key contributor in a growing, high-performance engineering environment
• Work on impactful projects that shape supplier strategy and product quality
• Collaborate with experienced leaders and cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to drive real operational and cost improvements

• Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (ET)
• Classification: Full-time, Exempt
• 👉 Interested? Apply today or message us to learn more.