Supplier Quality Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care & wellness allowance

Hybrid work & remote setup support

Pension and group life insurance

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to join our international team in Ludvika. You will focus on supplier quality for HVDC valve components and drive continuous improvement in collaboration with SCM, Engineering and R&D.

The role involves leading quality activities, audits, root cause analysis and supplier qualification. Strong cross-functional communication and a Green Belt are desirable, with 50% travel expected domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in quality roles, preferably in a multinational.
• Fluency in English and Swedish; strong cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality for assigned suppliers and improve performance via quality plans.
• Collaborate with SCM, Engineering, R&D and others.
• Support onboarding by robust supplier qualification processes.
• Own supplier results via metrics and scorecards; drive improvements.
• Manage supplier nonconformities with containment and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality management

Supplier quality

Audits

PPAP

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

English and Swedish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production Engineering

Job description

Job Details

Location: Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden
Job ID: R0142118
Date Posted: 2026-09-01
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB
Profession (Job Category): Quality Management
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No

Job Description

The opportunity HVDC is looking for a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to work together with us in an international environment with plenty of opportunities. In this role, you will be part of the Supplier Quality team that is dedicated to implementing a culture and practice of excellence throughout the entire value chain of the organization to increase customer satisfaction and improve profitability in a sustainable way. You will be working with supplier quality and development for HVDC Valve Components, which could be described as the heart of the HVDC station.

How you'll make an impact

• Drive quality for assigned suppliers, improving quality performance through quality plan implementation.
• Collaborate with other functions such as SCM, Engineering, R&D, and others.
• Support new supplier onboarding by ensuring robust execution of the supplier qualification process.
• Own supplier results as measured by key metrics and identify areas for improvement using supplier scorecards.
• Manage supplier nonconformities, including containment actions, corrective actions, and root cause analysis, and periodically analyze historical nonconformities to drive improvement plans.
• Plan, execute, and follow up on surveillance audits to support quality assurance and continuous improvement.
• Lead supplier quality reviews to drive continuous improvement.
• Support the supplier claim management process.

The role involves approximately 50% travel, both domestically and internationally, including supplier visits for qualification audits, quality issue resolution, process development, and inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in quality roles, preferably within a multinational company.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and global team environments.
• Green Belt certification is desirable.
• Experience conducting quality audits.
• Certified Quality Auditor certification is considered an advantage.
• Good knowledge of, or experience with, manufacturing process assessments.
• Experience with product qualification processes (PPAP or similar).
• Experience applying quality methodologies and continuous improvement tools.
• Fluency in both English and Swedish.

Benefits

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

• Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
• Group life insurance and additional insurances
• Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
• Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
• Psychological support program
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

The benefits listed above is an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.

Union Representatives

Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer; Mikael Hjort, [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt [phone]; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [phone].

Recruiting Contact

Recruiting Manager Mika Perala, [e-mail], will answer your questions about the position.

All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Sara Wendel [e-mail].

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Company Culture

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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