Supplier Quality Engineer

Flowserve Corporation; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve Corporation in India (Coimbatore) seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead inspection, supplier development and quality issue resolution for bought-out components and systems such as seal systems and gearboxes. You will work with global vendors and internal teams to ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires strong knowledge of welding, ASME codes, API standards, and certification requirements like PED and ATEX, with a focus on continuous improvement and effective NCR management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering and 8–10 years' experience in Quality.
• Strong knowledge of welding, ASME codes, API standards and ISO standards.
• Experience in supplier quality, NCR management, RCA and CAPA.

Responsibilities

• Handle inspection and quality management of bought-out suppliers for seal systems and rotating equipment.
• Review supplier processes and build capabilities for repeatable quality.
• Develop SOPs, perform risk analysis and mitigation for supplier processes.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.
• Drive supplier NCR management and audits with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor supplier KPIs and support internal/external audits.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Audit and compliance

Problem solving

Cross-functional coordination

Analytical thinking

Negotiation and presentation

Lean manufacturing mindset

Ownership and accountability

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Company Overview:

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

Job Summary

The Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for managing inspection, supplier quality development, and quality issue resolution for bought-out components and systems including seal systems, mechanical seals, lube oil systems, gearboxes, turbines, engines, motors, and related mechanical instruments. The role requires strong knowledge of welding, ASME codes, international standards, and product certification requirements such as PED and ATEX. The candidate should work closely with global suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to ensure consistent product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Handle inspection and quality management of bought-out suppliers supplying seal systems, mechanical seals, lube oil systems, gearboxes, turbines, engines, motors, and mechanical instruments.


• Review supplier manufacturing processes and develop supplier capabilities to ensure consistent, repeatable quality.


• Establish and support step-by-step SOPs, risk analysis, and mitigation plans for supplier processes.


• Analyze quality issues observed at supplier end during manufacturing and support resolution, corrective action, and process improvement.


• Drive NCR management through effective engagement with suppliers, ensuring proper root cause analysis and corrective action closure.


• Work with key suppliers to build a lean culture and drive continuous improvement in product and process quality.


• Monitor and report monthly Supplier Quality KPIs, including:


• First Pass Acceptance


• Supplier NCRs


• Supplier Performance


• Drive internal and external audits and conduct audits as required during problem analysis and supplier evaluations.


• Interact and communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams including manufacturing, purchasing, production, and field service/repair.


• Support resolution of quality issues raised from internal operations, supplier processes, and customer feedback.


• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 QMS requirements, material standards, API standards, and ISO standards.


• Apply knowledge of ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, API Spec Q1, and API Monogram requirements.


• Perform root cause analysis (RCA), CAPA management, and corrective action request tracking.


• Support product certification requirements related to PED and ATEX.


• Maintain strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and presentation skills while managing global supplier relationships.

Key Competencies

• Supplier quality management


• Audit and compliance


• Problem solving and root cause analysis


• Continuous improvement


• Cross-functional coordination


• Global supplier communication


• Analytical thinking


• Negotiation and presentation skills


• Lean manufacturing mindset


• Ownership and accountability

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering.


• 8–10 years of experience in Quality, preferably in seal systems, mechanical seals, turbines, engines, or related rotating equipment.


• Strong knowledge of welding, ASME codes, API standards, ISO standards, and international quality requirements.


• Knowledge of product certification requirements including PED and ATEX.


• Experience in supplier quality, NCR management, RCA, CAPA, audits, and process improvement.


• Internal auditor certification or experience in QMS audits.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.


• Strong English communication skills, including fluent business conversation.

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

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