[Remote] Supplier Industrialization Engineering Manager - China (preferably based in Shanghai)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Heron Power is a startup company specializing in advanced power electronics for the modern grid. The Supplier Industrialization Engineering Manager will oversee supplier development and quality management in China, ensuring technical success and driving strategic partnerships across the supply chain.ResponsibilitiesAbility to travel extensively (up to 75%+ or as required) to supplier manufacturing sites throughout China to lead supplier qualification, process development, production ramp, and industrialization efforts, including process validation, PPAP, APQP, DFM, root cause analysis, manufacturing readiness, and continuous quality improvementDevelop Heron's supplier capabilities through technical capability assessments and manufacturing process improvement initiativesLead supplier qualification to ensure sustained high-quality, cost-effective, and timely delivery of critical components and assembliesFacilitate clear communication of technical requirements between suppliers and Heron's GSM, design and manufacturing teamsDrive supplier DFM reviews, assembly stack-up tolerance analysis and ensure assembly processes can meet design requirementsContribute to the evaluation of new or alternative materials for improved design, manufacturability, or cost reductionIdentify and drive cost reduction activities by utilizing process, material optimization, and yield improvementsSkillsWillingness and ability to travel 75%+ across China as required, with a strong preference for candidates based in Shanghai7+ years of experience in supplier development and/or supplier qualityBS degree in electrical, mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering, or demonstrable equivalent experience and exceptional abilityIn-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes related to mechanical, electrical (including PCB and PCBA), or electro-mechanical components and assembliesSkilled in performing detailed drawing reviews, tolerance stack-ups, metrology, and statistical data analysis techniques including SPC, DOE, and sampling plansComprehensive understanding of quality management systems and standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP, and PPAPWillingness to travel domestically and internationally often with short noticePrior experience in manufacturing and/or process engineering focused on power semiconductors, injection molding, stamping, sheet metal fabrication, PCBA processes, or top level assembly linesAbility to read engineering drawings, with a good understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancingExperience with ERP and PLM tools to support BOM control, change management, factory quality, and supplier reportingStrong data analysis and visualization skills (Tableau, JMP, Minitab, etc.)BenefitsHeron Power provides competitive compensation (salary and equity) and benefits.Company OverviewDice is the go-to career marketplace for tech professionals. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Drachten, Friesland, NLD, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.or-quest.nl/.Company H1B SponsorshipDice has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.