About the Role
The Quality Engineer, Supplier Development plays a key role in strengthening supplier quality performance and manufacturing capability across Southeast Asia.
In this role, you will work closely with suppliers and cross‑functional partners to lead audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Through strong technical expertise, structured problem‑solving, and collaboration, you will support consistent product quality, reliable delivery, and readiness for new product introduction.
How You Will Make a Difference
Lead supplier development initiatives to improve product quality, delivery reliability, and manufacturing capability.
Plan and conduct supplier assessments and on‑site QMS / process audits based on risk and performance.
Evaluate supplier capability across processes such as assembly, machining, welding, composites, heat treatment, painting, and surface treatment.
Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) from root cause analysis through closure and effectiveness verification.
Coach suppliers on structured problem‑solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, A3, 5‑Why).
Support supplier readiness for new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp‑up.
Collaborate with Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to manage supplier quality risks across the region.
What You Need to Win
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
3–5+ years of professional experience in manufacturing quality, supplier quality, supplier development, or QMS audit roles within production environments.
Demonstrated experience owning supplier‑facing quality activities, including audits, corrective actions, and on‑site execution.
Proven capability to lead or support process and QMS audits and manage findings through closure.
Auditor certification (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, IATF 16949, and/or VDA 6.3) is highly preferred.
Hands‑on experience in at least one core manufacturing process: assembly, carbon composites, welding, machining, heat treatment, painting, or surface treatment.
Practical application of structured problem‑solving methodologies (8D, A3, 5‑Why) with validated root cause and recurrence prevention.
Strong execution discipline with consistent follow‑through, milestone tracking, and accountability.
Ability to influence suppliers through data, standards, and transparent communication.
Strong Gemba mindset with attention to detail and risk identification.
Professional working proficiency in Vietnamese and English, with spoken Chinese required.
Experience working with suppliers across China, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia.
Exposure to NPI, supplier localization, or production transfer activities preferred.
Experience with metrology, fixture/jig validation, IE tools (VSM, SMED), or manufacturing cost and yield analysis preferred.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
- 3-5+ years professional experience in manufacturing quality, supplier quality, supplier development, or QMS audit roles
- Experience owning supplier-facing quality activities, audits, corrective actions, and on-site execution
- Proven capability to lead or support process and QMS audits and manage findings through closure
- Hands-on experience in at least one core manufacturing process (assembly, composites, welding, machining, heat treatment, painting, surface treatment)
- Practical application of structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, A3, 5-Why) with validated root cause and recurrence prevention
- Auditor certification (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, IATF 16949, and/or VDA 6.3)
- Strong execution discipline with milestone tracking, accountability, and ability to influence suppliers using data and standards
- Professional working proficiency in Vietnamese and English; spoken Chinese required
- Experience working with suppliers across China, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia
- Exposure to NPI, supplier localization, or production transfer activities
- Experience with metrology, fixture/jig validation, IE tools (VSM, SMED), or manufacturing cost and yield analysis
Specialized Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Specialized and has not been reviewed or approved by Specialized.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Fidelity offers up to $5,000 in annual employer matching with immediate vesting, and the company covers plan administrative fees for active employees. This provides strong retirement support within the total package.
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Parental & Family Support — Published materials describe 6–8 weeks at 100% pay for birthing recovery and 8 weeks of fully paid parental bonding, alongside fertility benefits and adoption assistance. Some materials indicate certain roles or locations may offer even longer fully paid leave.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Cycling‑centric perks include substantial gear discounts, race entry fee support, on‑site fitness options, healthy on‑site meals, an employee bike service center, and a dog‑friendly HQ. These benefits can meaningfully enhance day‑to‑day experience for those who value the cycling culture.
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What We Do
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