Supplier Development Engineer - Wire Assembly
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026. Eaton scores A on the Alion truth index.
Join Eaton, a global leader where equality and inclusivity are at the heart of our mission. Here, everyone is valued and belongs. Be part of a team that delivers cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions, making a tangible impact on the world. We empower our customers to manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical energy more effectively, safely, and sustainably. At Eaton, we’re dedicated to enhancing quality of life and protecting the environment with our innovative energy management technologies and services.
Our EMEA Business Service Center (BSC) in Budapest is Eaton’s largest office in the region. With a diverse team of over 700 people, representing 40+ nationalities and speaking 20+ languages, the BSC is the central hub for business services. It empowers seamless operations and drives exceptional results across our electrical, industrial, and corporate teams. We are proud to be a Disability Friendly Workplace, ensuring an inclusive environment for all our employees.
What you’ll do:
In the Supplier Development Engineer position, you will:
- Be responsible for developing supplier manufacturing capability, capacity, scalability, and operational readiness to support current and future business requirements.
- Lead structured supplier development activities to identify and close systemic manufacturing, process, capacity, and operational gaps.
- Provide proactive supplier development support for business growth, new product launches, supplier transfers, capacity expansion, and strategic supplier initiatives.
- Partner with Supplier Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, COE, and suppliers to drive measurable and sustainable improvement in supplier capability and performance.
The positions requires availability for up-to 60% travel.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, or related technical discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Development, Supplier Quality, Operations, or Supply Chain including experience with wire harness, cable assembly, connector assembly, or electro-mechanical manufacturing processes. Demonstrated knowledge of wire processing, crimping, soldering, testing, process validation, error-proofing, traceability systems, and manufacturing process controls
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and supplier-development methodologies
- Demonstrated experience assessing manufacturing capability and driving supplier improvement
- Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, and structured problem solving
- Experience with capacity analysis and production-rate readiness
- Knowledge of Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
- Ability to influence and lead supplier improvement without direct authority
- Ability to lead cross-functional activities across multiple sites and functions
Additional Requirements:
- Lead Auditor qualification
- Lean / Six Sigma certification
- Experience with supplier transfers, NPI, capacity expansion, and industrialization
- Experience working across multiple sites, regions, and cultures
- Advanced technical or business degree
What we offer:
- Wide Range of Employee Benefits: Hybrid work model, Annual bonus, Cafeteria, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, - Eye-glass refund, AYCM partnership, Internal reward system (E-Stars)
- Employee Wellbeing Support: Access comprehensive support programs designed to enhance your overall wellbeing
- Family Friendly: Enjoy a family-friendly environment with policies that support work-life balance
- Talent Management and Career Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth, with a strong focus on internal mobility, continuous learning, and peer coaching
- Dog-Friendly: Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office
- Dedicated Spaces: Utilize our family room, multi-prayer room, stretching room, and chill room for your comfort and convenience
- Company Yoga Sessions: Participate in regular yoga sessions to stay fit and relaxed
- Social Responsibility: Join a socially responsible organization committed to making a positive impact
- Employee Appreciation Day: Celebrate with us on Employee Appreciation Day, recognizing your hard work and contributions
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.