Hybrid Supplier Quality Engineer: Impact & Growth

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Schaffhausen; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee share acquisition plan (ESAP)

REKA credit

Employee discounts (MyDiscounts / Swib

Parental leave

Fitness allowance

Job summary

ABB in Schaffhausen seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to implement the local quality strategy, drive a strong quality culture, and lead supplier qualification and audits. You will qualify suppliers, monitor performance with KPIs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class results in a hybrid work environment.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, fluency in English and German, knowledge of ISO/IATF quality standards, and strong problem‑solving using

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Good knowledge of English and German (spoken and written).
• Experience in supplier quality management and supplier audits (ISO 9001, VDA 6.3, IATF 16949 or similar).
• Knowledge of APQP/PPAP and First Article Inspection (FAI).
• Strong problem-solving skills using root cause analysis methods (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa).
• Understanding of statistical quality methods (SPC, MSA, Gauge R&R).
• Knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, and material/component specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Qualification & Audits: Qualify and approve new suppliers and conduct regular process, system, and product audits.
• Quality Requirements & FAI: Define and communicate quality requirements and lead First Article Inspections and qualification processes.
• Performance Monitoring & Improvement: Track supplier performance using KPIs (e.g., PPM, OTD) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Non-Conformance Management: Investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and ensure effective corrective actions (8D/CAPA).

Skills

Root cause analysis

8D / CAPA

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SPC

MSA

Gauge R&R

Job description

ABB in Schaffhausen seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to implement the local quality strategy, drive a strong quality culture, and lead supplier qualification and audits. You will qualify suppliers, monitor performance with KPIs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class results in a hybrid work environment.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, fluency in English and German, knowledge of ISO/IATF quality standards, and strong problem‑solving using