Supplier Development Engineer

Role overview

Supplier Development Engineer at Chart Industries

This role offers a unique opportunity to work across casting, machining, fabrication, and FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic) manufacturing, including hands-on exposure to FRP fan blades within our manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and process validation at supplier end & in factory
• Conduct supplier audits and drive continuous improvement
• Support export projects, customer audits, and compliance requirements Your Experience Should Be...

Preferred qualifications and skills

• Experience in Supplier Quality / Supplier Development / Manufacturing (5-8 years) B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering Strong knowledge of casting, machining, fabrication, and FRP/composites Exposure to FRP blade manufacturing, molding, curing, and inspection preferred Hands-on with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and RCA (8D/5 Why) Background in heavy engineering / rotating equipment is a plus

About the employer

• Ensuring Chart’s Success… CHART INDUSTRIES, INC. (Chart) (NYSE: GTLS) is a leading independent global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment and services related to cryogenic gas processing and rotating equipment.

Additional role details

• In the cryogenic sector, the Chart brand is synonymous with the liquefaction, distribution, and storage of liquid gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, LNG, biogas, hydrogen, helium, and carbon dioxide.
• The acquisition of Howden expanded our portfolio to include air and gas handling products such as compressors, cooling fans, steam turbines, and more, expanding our offering of products and solutions across traditional markets and providing access to new ones such as nuclear, energy recovery, tunnel ventilation, mine safety, and electrification.
• Supplier Development Engineer
• What Will You Do?
• We are looking for a passionate and driven Supplier Development Engineer (SDE) to strengthen our supply chain and support Howden's product development and export projects.
• Develop and qualify suppliers for castings, machining, fabrication components
• Will be responsible for development and quality of FRP products in Chennai factory.
• Support new product development (NPD) and prototype readiness
• Improve supplier performance in quality, delivery, and cost