Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Lead Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) to ensure supplier compliance with quality, technical, and contractual requirements for major mechanical equipment and services in nuclear programs. The role involves auditing, mentoring, and leading supplier quality activities at the Cranberry Township site.

The hybrid position requires 20-30% travel and reports to the Manager, Major Mechanical Supplier Quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or higher.
• Minimum 12 years in supplier/quality engineering in highly regulated industries.
• Experience leading and training groups in quality.
• Experience leading supplier audits and assessments, domestic and international.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and train supplier quality engineers and provide coverage for the Manager.
• Lead supplier quality oversight, audits, and continuous improvement activities.
• Serve as SME in quality discussions for procurement reviews and acceptance.
• Review and approve quality documentation and supplier qualification packages.
• Lead nonconformance investigations and corrective actions.
• Ensure QA programs comply with ASME/NQA and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve supplier quality issues.

Skills

Supplier Quality

Quality Engineering

Nuclear Quality

Auditing

Leadership

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ISO 9001

NQA-1

10 CFR 50 App B

ASME Section III

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role

As a Lead Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) you will ensure supplier compliance with Westinghouse quality, technical, and contractual requirements for major mechanical equipment and services supporting nuclear new plant and operating fleet programs. You will support the Supplier Quality Manager Major Mechanical in identifying new talent, gaps in process, and lead processes dedicated to the oversight of suppliers. You will represent the Manager, Major Mechanical Supplier Quality, in local meetings and be responsible for the team when the Manager is out. You will be an SME in the auditing and oversight of Nuclear Safety Related Suppliers. You will support, mentor, and train supplier quality engineers in Westinghouse and Nuclear processes and projects. You will participate in interviews and support hiring new talent for the Major Mechanical team at site.

You will report to the Manager, Major Mechanical Supplier Quality. This ahybrid position based in Cranberry Township, PA. Travel of 20-30% both domestic and international is required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and train supplier quality engineers, provide leadership coverage for the Supplier Quality Manager, and represent Supplier Quality at the headquarters site.
• Lead supplier quality oversight, audits, assessments, qualification activities, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with nuclear quality and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert in quality when discussing suppliers with internal stakeholders in regards to procurement reviews, quality planning, supplier surveillance, inspections, and product acceptance activities.
• Review and approve quality documentation, supplier quality programs, quality releases, corrective actions, and acceptance packages for safety-related procurements.
• Lead supplier nonconformance investigations, SCARs, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and risk mitigation efforts to drive compliant, on-time delivery.
• Ensure supplier Quality Assurance Programs comply with applicable standards such as ASME NQA 1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, ASME Section III, and applicable customer/regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Operations, and Project Management to resolve supplier quality issues and maintain supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, or Nuclear Quality in higher regulated industries.
• Experience leading and training groups of individuals in quality.
• Experience leading supplier audits, surveillance, and assessments with both domestic and international suppliers.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001-based quality systems.
• Preferred
  • Leadership and/or Supervision of Engineers.
  • Working knowledge of nuclear quality standards (NQA 1, 10 CFR 50 App B, 10 CFR 21, ASME Section III).
  • Experience supporting major mechanical equipment (e.g., heavy forgings, pressure vessels, cranes, modules, and rotating equipment).
  • Lead Auditor qualification (NQA 1 or equivalent).
  • Prior experience in nuclear new plant or large capital projects.

The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $116,800 to $146,000 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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