Supplier Development Engineer

Supplier Development Engineer

Job Description

The Sourcing Engineer plays a critical role in sourcing components, assemblies, materials, and manufacturing processes to support both new product development and existing products in a regulated manufacturing environment. This position requires deep knowledge of medical device manufacturing, supplier capabilities, engineering drawings and specifications, process development, quality systems, and supplier qualification. The Sourcing Engineer takes full ownership of sourcing projects from initial supplier identification through technical evaluation, quotation, development, and qualification, ensuring that products meet performance, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for components, assemblies, materials, and manufacturing processes that support new product development and sustain existing products.

• Identify, evaluate, and select external manufacturing suppliers and contract manufacturers based on technical capability, quality, cost, and delivery performance.

• Interpret and work with engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and bills of material to ensure suppliers can meet design and manufacturing requirements.

• Drive supplier qualification and development activities, including technical evaluations, process capability assessments, and quality system reviews.

• Manage the full lifecycle of sourcing projects from initial supplier identification through technical evaluation, quotation, development, and qualification.

• Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with product and process requirements.

• Support process development efforts with suppliers to establish robust, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes for medical devices.

• Apply strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills to resolve supplier-related issues and improve supplier performance.

• Maintain effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing clear updates on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.

• Use project management and organizational skills to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple sourcing initiatives in parallel within a regulated environment.

Essential Skills

• 7+ years of experience in engineering, sourcing, supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or closely related fields.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles applicable to medical device production.

• Experience working with external manufacturing suppliers and contract manufacturers.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and bills of material with a high degree of accuracy.

• Experience with supplier qualification and supplier development in a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills for addressing complex technical and supplier-related issues.

• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably in medical devices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering.

• Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory expectations for medical device manufacturing.

• Experience supporting process development activities with suppliers to establish robust manufacturing processes.

• Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships that support long-term business and product objectives.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eagan, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eagan, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eagan,MN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.