ELSP-Supplier Quality & Development Engineer

ABB; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in North Carolina seeks an ELSP Supplier Quality & Development Engineer to lead supplier assessments and drive corrective and preventive actions. You will manage supplier quality on-site and off-site and monitor KPIs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust supplier development.

Requirements include a Bachelor degree in engineering and 2+ years in supplier quality, with proficiency in measurement tools and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in an engineering discipline is required.
• Experience in supplier quality processes (2+ years) is required.
• Strong measurement tool proficiency and quality literacy.
• Lean manufacturing and HSE participation encouraged.
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier assessments and qualification processes.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions based on supplier performance.
• Manage supplier quality on-site and off-site and KPIs.
• Collaborate with buyers on supplier engagements and claims when needed.
• Ensure supplier development processes drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Measurement tools

Quality procedures

Lean manufacturing

HSE participation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering discipline

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Production Development Manager

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role as ELSP Supplier Quality & Development Engineer, you will have the opportunity to lead the execution of supplier assessments, drive both corrective and preventive actions based on supplier maturity and performance levels. Each day, you will manage operational supplier quality, both on‑site and off‑site, ensuring the thorough execution of supplier qualification and development processes. You will also showcase your expertise by managing the supplier’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Driving approval process for supplier parts, materials, and project subcontractor services, as applicable, involving collaboration with other functions/experts, encompassing activities like Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and product surveillance at supplier manufacturing sites.
• Leading in promptly addressing supply issues related to quality, deliveries, non‑compliant products, or project services.
• Working together with buyers to engage suppliers and prepare claims cases when necessary.
• Ensuring required supplier development processes are thoroughly executed to drive continuous improvement of the supplier base.
• Track and monitor scorecards of supplier performances. Assign Corrective and Preventative Actions to improve supplier performances

Qualifications For The Role

• Bachelor degree in an engineering discipline PLUS minimum 2 years experience supplier quality processes
• Proficiency with measurement tools (meters, calipers, gauges, etc.)
• Demonstrate understanding of quality procedures and concepts
• Demonstrated lean manufacturing participation; Demonstrated HSE participation and support.
• Must have the flexibility to rotate and flex to any area of production, as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More About Us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low‑voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy‑to‑use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

Why ABB?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

What's In It For You

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

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ABB Benefit Summary For Eligible US Employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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