Trane Technologies · 1 day ago
Lead Supplier Development Engineer
Pueblo CO 101 William White, Pueblo, Colorado, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $125K/yr
7+ years expTrane Technologies is a leader in creating innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation. The Lead Supplier Development Engineer is responsible for executing quality and technical assessments at supplier locations, driving quality improvements, and collaborating with various teams to ensure supplier capabilities meet company standards.
IndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Conducts Quality, Technical and QMS assessments, in support of new sourcing, to determine if a supplier’s quality systems, technical competency and environmental policies meet Trane Technologies’ expectations
Leads initial Supplier orientation provides on-boarding training as required
Oversees supplier inventories, supplier tooling, capacity, and the effects on Trane Technologies SBU inventory levels
Assists in the selection and implementation of IT supplier sourcing strategies to ensure high quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness
Ensures supply of raw materials and components to Trane Technologies facilities have appropriate inventory levels and records the entry of finished products to the corresponding Trane Technologies plant
Active participant of Sourcing Council and Commodity teams – providing the quality detail required to support source selection and rationalization
Provides Supplier with technical oversight and expertise in areas such as Process Development, PFMEA, Measurement Systems, Control Plans and Error Proofing
Leads AQP reviews with Suppliers which include Design Specification, Pass Thru identification, Safe Launch Control, Launch Readiness and Run @ Rate
Onsite SIOP Assessment to ensure suppliers are able to meet Trane Technologies orders and demand requirements
Drives process and systemic quality improvements, at assigned supplier sites, through the use of quality tools (SIPP, SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma) and validates improvements through defined measurables to reduce quality non-conformances “SCAR.”
Continually monitors assigned suppliers “SCAR” status and collaborates with suppliers and plant SQE to minimize quality impact to our operations and end Customer
Acts as a quality subject matter expert, working in conjunction with Plant SQE and Suppliers in 8D and A3 problem solving - leading cross-functional teams on major issues resolution at Supplier locations
Performs advanced analysis (Commodity, Quality Systems, DPPM, DMR) to determine trends along with proposed actions to drive performance improvement
Qualification
Required
7-10+ years of plant manufacturing experience
7-10+ years working experience in the Quality / Supplier Quality
Experience using quality tools/methodologies (PPAP, APQP, RCCA, SPC, GD&T, & Lean Principles)
Practical Knowledge of industry specific quality registration (ISO9001:2015 & IATF16949)
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the company
Ability to travel up to 75%
Supply Chain Acumen – Understands the key value creation processes within the Procurement function and the role Supplier Development plays
Project Management – Identifies resource needs, develops project plan, and drives project execution
Business Thinking/Strategizing –Demonstrates regional knowledge of suppliers, industry trends and new process/technology
Problem Solving - Understands and can execute the 'three root cause approach' to problem solving – demonstrated ability to lead corrective action plan implementation and validation
Relationship Management - Works collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders at all levels
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred; Equivalent years of experience required in lieu of degree
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent body of knowledge
Benefits
Health insurance
Holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives
Fertility coverage
Adoption/surrogacy assistance
401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution
Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs
Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support
Company
Trane Technologies
Trane Technologies develops energy efficient indoor environments for commercial and residential applications.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2020-03-17IPO
Leadership Team
David Regnery
Chief Executive Officer
Victoria Lazar
SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Recent News
2026-01-07
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