Supplier Technical Engineer – Intern

Principal Accountabilities: This position supports the Supplier Technical Engineer (STE) role that manages the technical, quality and manufacturability aspects of purchased ports. This role will include working process issues, engineering issues or quality problems associated with purchased materials and could include the assignment of special projects.May act as a technical liaison between external suppliers and internal customers through various methods, including supplier site visits with oversight of a Supplier Technical Engineer.Reviews, analyzes and reports supplier quality performance data and trends. Will assist STE’s on SARN (Supplier Advanced Reject Notices) and RN (Reject Notices) resolution. Initiates root cause analysis and implements supplier corrective and preventative action plans.May be asked to participate in continuous process improvement related to supplier quality, including recovery of line stop and rework charge analysis.Collaborate with Sourcing Specialist, Buyer, Supplier Development Engineer and Material Scheduler to improve supplier cost, quality and throughput.May provide input into the supplier selection process as a technical subject matter expert. May be requested to participate on supplier survey teams; collaborates with Sourcing Specialist and Buyers in supplier qualification, selection and ongoing evaluation.


Requirements:

Qualifications: Must be a Junior or Senior in Mechanical Engineering with a GPA of 3.3 or higher (is a must). Ability to work 20-30 hours per week. Strong analytical problem solving skills, ability to use and communicate statistical and problem solving tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Maintain and promote the highest level of professionalism and business ethics. Some travel may be required (planned around school schedule).

Location: San Diego, CAType: CONTRACTDuration: 90 - 120 DaysPay Rate: 18.00 - 20.00 Hourly DOEContact:Volt Services Group (San Diego Tech)