Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.
We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!
Position Overview:
The Senior Supplier Engineer is a critical member of the Supplier Development Engineering team within Insulet’s Global Procurement and Supplier Development organization. This role supports a global supply chain, sourcing precision components and commodities for use in Insulet’s medical devices. The engineer will collaborate closely with Quality, Sourcing, and Lifecycle Engineering teams to support both internal manufacturing and contract manufacturers (CMs).
Key responsibilities include supporting production through component investigations, driving design-for-manufacturability (DFM) improvements, resolving technical issues, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and leading corrective actions related to component quality within the POD manufacturing process.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in working with internal manufacturing teams, contract manufacturers, and suppliers of custom precision components. They should be adept at driving process improvements, reducing component variation, and optimizing assembly processes. This role requires a hands-on approach and the ability to influence stakeholders from shop floor operators to senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage project timelines and deliverables related to supplier development and validation.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts between manufacturing sites and suppliers for mechanical and electro-mechanical components to improve process capability.
- Facilitate cross-functional communication to ensure alignment and seamless implementation of component improvements.
- Coordinate and manage the component validation process from suppliers through Insulet Malaysia, ensuring all activities align with the Component Validation Plan (CVP).
- Compile and submit comprehensive validation reports for formal approval in accordance with regulatory and internal quality requirements.
- Identify and resolve component defects within manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Drive design and process improvements at regulated Tier 1 component suppliers.
- Monitor and address day-to-day component issues at Insulet’s manufacturing plant and CMs to support high yield performance.
- Provide feedback to the Technical Support team to enhance component manufacturing robustness.
- Collaborate with suppliers to implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead and support technical investigations and improvement projects related to component performance.
- Participate in product design reviews with a focus on DFM principles.
- Document and communicate root cause investigation outcomes to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing/Industrial, Plastics, or Biomedical Engineering. Minimum of 7 years of relevant engineering experience.
Preferred Skills and Competencies
- Proven ability to identify and implement improvements in supplier shop floor environments.
- Strong knowledge of injection molding tooling, processes, and automation.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams.
- Experience with extrusion processes is a plus.
- Proficiency in Six Sigma methodologies and tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks or Pro-E) and statistical software (SAS, JMP, or Minitab).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Project.
- Six Sigma certification and experience with Design of Experiments (DOE).
- Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
- Collaborative team player who values diverse input and can independently develop strong proposals.
- Self-motivated and deadline-driven, with a strong sense of ownership.
Physical Requirements (if applicable):
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally – 40% max; 15% typical
