Supplier Quality Engineer

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Supplier Quality Engineer oversees both advanced and current supplier quality activities and supports quality collaboration between production facilities, Engineering, and Global Sourcing teams. This role partners closely with suppliers to strengthen quality systems and improve performance, while leading problem resolution efforts through root cause analysis and corrective action using 8D methodologies

Responsibilities:

Manages supplier quality performance to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) using SQ tools and resources

Provides supplier guidance and understanding of our supplier’s expectations and objectives

Supports New Product Introduction and Global Sourcing PPAP projects

Performs New Supplier Risk Assessments and Supplier Quality Audits

Leads Supplier Quality Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR), Safe Launch Plan (SLP), and Supplier Contained Shipping

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline

3 years of experience working in Quality Assurance in a plant or supplier quality role

1 year of experience working with PPAP procedures, APQP (Control Plan & PFMEA), PPAP, and ISO QMS

Foreign Language required based on region

Ability to travel domestically and globally up to 35%

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Competent using full suite of Microsoft Office products

Demonstrated knowledge of the interpretation and application of manufacturing/quality metrics

Demonstrated knowledge in the implementation of lean principles and improvements

Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work with teams to drive improvements

Demonstrated ability to manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing

Good presentation skills at all levels

Use of advanced problem-solving skills to resolve difficult issues

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with international companies and in matrix organizations.

Certified Quality Engineer

Certified Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt

Certified Supplier Quality Auditor

Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Experience using ETQ QMS database

Experience using Ariba

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.)

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”