Supplier Development Engineer

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver-The World's Most Experienced Driver-to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo One, a fully autonomous ride-hailing service, and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over one million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving tens of millions of miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 13+ U.S. states.

Waymo's Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams are making the technology of the future a reality. We handle all production processes and supplier development strategies: from contracts and purchasing, to designs for improved manufacturing, through quality control and delivery. We collaborate actively with Waymo engineering teams as well as external suppliers and partners to make sure everything is built to spec and delivered on time to meet the rising demands of our business.

This role reports to the Manufacturing Design and Supplier Development Manager and is a hybrid opportunity based out of Mountain View, CA.

In this role you'll:

• Evaluate potential suppliers for their manufacturing and quality capabilities based on project needs.

• Conduct 3D model and 2D drawing reviews with Engineering and suppliers to assess Design for Manufacturability, and collaborate with Design Engineering to release feasible component designs.

• Identify supplier equipment, fixture, and tooling needs and drive implementation schedules and efforts to qualify and optimize manufacturing processes.

• Review progress of development activities at supplier locations and serve as point of escalation for manufacturing processes that are not capable of meeting design intent.

• Drive OK2X (OK2Tool, OK2Build, OK2Ship) deliverables in new product introduction phases and provide on-site support as needed to ensure readiness of the supplier's manufacturing process and quality controls before each build.

• Work with Global Supply Managers to assess supplier readiness to support build events and production ramp. Identify potential execution issues and provide recommendations to mitigate risk.

• Develop and execute Quality Control Plans and establish PPAPs to validate supplier production capability and establishing a repeatable production process.

• Evaluate supplier dimensional measurement, functional test results, and validation test data to assess each supplier's capability to meet design intent.

• Investigate, correct and monitor ongoing improvement of product quality issues at suppliers and experienced by downstream manufacturing to promptly resolve quality issues.

At a minimum, we'd like you to have:

• 8+ years experience in a Manufacturing Engineering and/or Supplier Quality Engineering role in the consumer electronics or automotive/transportation manufacturing arena, supporting new product launches from a manufacturing, tooling, quality, or product development perspective.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Electrical Engineering.

• Ability to work independently, identifying and addressing problems with appropriate priority.

• Comprehensive knowledge of high/low volume manufacturing processes for vehicle related components such as fascias, cosmetic covers, painting, and plastic/stamped/cast structural components.

• Experience with a variety of component manufacturing processes such as plastic injection molding, metal casting, metal stamping and forming, CNC machining, weldments, and light manual assembly.

• Strong skills leading the 7D problem solving processes: problem definition, containment, occurrence/escape root cause analysis, corrective/preventive action planning and execution.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally 20%-40% of the time.

It's preferred if you have:

• Strong working experience with IATF 16949 5 Core Tools (APQP/PPAP/FMEA/MSA/SPC).

• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

• Interpretation of design drawings/GD&T, schematics, and cosmetic standards for inspection criteria.

• Strong experience with manufacturing as well as supply chain techniques and processes such as supplier audits, new product introductions, product life cycles, manufacturing engineering, first article inspection, technical documentation, etc.

• Demonstrates excellent problem solving & communication skills while working alone and in large teams.

• Experience working with component manufacturers and suppliers on multiple continents

While at Waymo, you will enjoy benefits that cover…

Health and wellness: Our people are at the heart of everything we do. At Waymo, you can enjoy top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), a Health Saving Account (HSA), and special wellness programs.

Financial wellness: Your financial peace of mind is important to us. At Waymo, we offer a great compensation package, bonus opportunities, equity, a generous 401(k) plan, 1-on-1 financial coaching, a 529 College Savings Plan and lots of other perks and employee discounts.

Flexibility and time off: Take the time you need to relax and recharge. Enjoy the flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year. We support an on-site or hybrid work model and offer remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave.

Supporting families: When it comes to growing your family or caring for your loved ones, you have our support. Enhanced leave options include paid parental leave (birthing parent gets 24 weeks of paid leave with up to 4 weeks of additional leave before their due date, and non-birthing parent gets 18 weeks of paid leave), and 20 days of subsidized backup childcare or adult/elder care.. Access to fertility care or adoption support as you grow your family.

Community and personal development: At Waymo, you'll find a range of opportunities to grow. We offer education reimbursement, personal and professional development, mentorship, and other ways to connect through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), other internal groups, and even time off to volunteer.

Cool perks: Access to Google offices, cafes, wellness centers, massages, and so much more. To support your wellbeing at home, you can enjoy at-home fitness and cooking classes, and more.

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The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.

Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo's discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Salary Range

$190,000-$238,000 USD

We appreciate your interest in Waymo. Waymo is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees. Waymo does not discriminate against, and prohibits harassment of, any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law. Waymo will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. Waymo is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let the recruiting team know or email waymo-candidatesupport@google.com. (This email address is intended to be used only for requesting accommodations as part of the application process. Other inquiries will not receive a response.)