Supplier Quality Inspector

Hitachi Energy; Västerås kommun; Hybrid; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collective agreement

Occupational pension

Flex-time

Hybrid work setup allowance

Wellness allowance

Health insurance + vision

Mental health support

Parental leave compensation

Training & development

Career opportunities

Discount portal

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Supplier Quality Inspector based in Vaesteras (SE) or Vaasa (FI). You will perform supplier inspections to ensure equipment meets project requirements and collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to drive quality improvements.

The role involves site visits, travel up to 50%, and active participation in project meetings. Strong technical background, English fluency, and independent work style are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Technical / Engineering / Quality management education or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience with electrical substation equipment is considered an advantage.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills, including technical documentation and reporting.
• Ability to build sustainable relationships with suppliers, customers and project stakeholders through clear communication, influencing and coordination.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize your workload and thrive in a highly autonomous environment.
• English fluency (written and spoken).
• Willingness and availability to travel as part of the role (up to approximately 50% depending on project needs).

Responsibilities

• Understand the contract, specifications, budget, scope and other relevant project documentation related to the different types of equipment in the scope of the Electrical Substation projects.
• Participate and be a decisive team player in the coordination meetings where inspections are distributed within the Supplier Quality Inspector.
• Perform inspections in line with the time schedule and the different contractual milestones, producing the inspection reports according to the project requirements.
• You care about delivering quality to the Customer and are not afraid to highlight the Customer's needs to the supplier to provide the best solution to the Customer.
• Identify, estimate and report cost savings or cost avoidance based on outcome of the inspections.
• Engage and support the stakeholders in the usage of the appropriate database for tracking supplier inspections and punch items.
• Ensure all relevant documentation and punch items are correctly registered in the appropriate database.
• Supervise the Suppliers in the completion of the Inspection and Test Records and punch items on a regular basis based on the scope.
• Raise deviations when deemed relevant based on punches.
• Takes part in completions meetings with customer, supplier, and Hitachi personnel and provide leadership on the actions assigned.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Quality management

Inspecting

English fluency

Travel readiness

Tools

Database systems

Job description

As the Supplier Quality Inspector, based in Vaesteras (SE) or Vaasa (FI), you have a key role by being responsible to perform inspections at Suppliers to ensure the equipment is manufactured according to the requirements. Work tasks are split between operational site visits to suppliers, performing inspections, and traveling. Strategic tasks as part of the department and different project teams for you to give input, report on findings, and work with other stakeholders both internal and external in preparation of and feedback about inspections.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Understand the contract, specifications, budget, scope and other relevant project documentation related to the different types of equipment in the scope of the Electrical Substation projects.
• Participate and be a decisive team player in the coordination meetings where inspections are distributed within the Supplier Quality Inspector.
• Perform inspections in line with the time schedule and the different contractual milestones, producing the inspection reports according to the project requirements.
• You care about delivering quality to the Customer and are not afraid to highlight the Customer's needs to the supplier to provide the best solution to the Customer.
• Identify, estimate and report cost savings or cost avoidance based on outcome of the inspections.
• Engage and support the stakeholders in the usage of the appropriate database for tracking supplier inspections and punch items.
• Ensure all relevant documentation and punch items are correctly registered in the appropriate database.
• Supervise the Suppliers in the completion of the Inspection and Test Records and punch items on a regular basis based on the scope.
• Raise deviations when deemed relevant based on punches.
• Takes part in completions meetings with customer, supplier, and Hitachi personnel and provide leadership on the actions assigned.

Your background

• Technical / Engineering / Quality management education or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience with electrical substation equipment is considered an advantage.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills, including technical documentation and reporting.
• Ability to build sustainable relationships with suppliers, customers and project stakeholders through clear communication, influencing and coordination.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize your workload and thrive in a highly autonomous environment.
• English fluency (written and spoken).
• Willingness and availability to travel as part of the role (up to approximately 50% depending on project needs).

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

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

Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Sara Wendel, [e-mail] . Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Nawzad Rashid, [phone]; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [phone]; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, [phone] and Ingrid Rinaldo, [phone].

Publication date : 2026-09-08