Project Quality Manager

ANDRITZ; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ is seeking a Senior Supplier & Project Quality Engineer to join our Hydro Division, working across supplier facilities, manufacturing sites, and project locations.

You will serve as the quality focal point for supplier qualification and full project execution, ensuring that all procured components and project quality deliverables meet design specifications, contractual requirements, and our stringent quality standards throughout the lifecycle of our equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, metallurgical engineering, or related discipline.
• Seven (7) to Ten (10) years of progressive quality engineering experience in heavy industrial manufacturing, hydropower, power generation, turbomachinery, oil & gas, nuclear, or aerospace preferred.
• Ability to travel to supplier sites and project facilities worldwide (up to 40%).

Responsibilities

• Qualify, assess, and monitor suppliers of critical hydro components.
• Define, develop and enforce Project Quality Plans, ITPs, and First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements.
• Coordinate Third-Party Inspections (TPI) and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) at supplier facilities.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), deviation requests, and waivers; ensure proper disposition and root cause analysis.
• Interface with customers on quality-related matters, including site inspections and hold points.
• Contribute to development and maintenance of the Division Quality Management System in ISO 9001 and project-specific requirements.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Auditing suppliers

SCAR / 8D resolution

FMEA risk assessment

QA planning & documentation

Cross-functional communication

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical/metallurgical engineering

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Supplier & Project Quality Engineer to join our Hydro Division, working across supplier facilities, manufacturing sites, and project locations. This role serves as the quality focal point for both supplier qualification and full project execution — ensuring that all procured components and project quality deliverables meet design specifications, contractual requirements, and our stringent quality standards throughout the lifecycle of our equipment.

• Qualify, assess, and continuously monitor suppliers of critical hydro components (runner blades, wicket gates, generator windings, shafts, flanges, seals, instrumentation, etc.).
• Conduct supplier audits (QMS, process, and product) at manufacturing facilities worldwide, including gap assessments against ISO 9001 and sector-specific standards.
• Define, develop and enforce project and Supplier Quality Plans, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements.
• Evaluate and approve supplier quality documentation packages: material certifications, NDTreports, dimensional reports, weld procedures, and related records.
• Track and drive closure of Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and monitor supplierquality KPIs.
• Act as Quality focal point for assigned hydro projects from contract award through equipmentcommissioning.
• Review and approve Project Quality Plans and quality deliverables in alignment with contractrequirements and applicable standards (IEC, ASME, EN, ISO).
• Coordinate and witness Third-Party Inspections (TPI) and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) atsupplier and manufacturing facilities.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), deviation requests, and waivers; evaluate technicalimpact and ensure proper disposition and root cause analysis.
• Interface directly with customers and their representatives on quality-related matters,including site inspections and quality hold points.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Division Quality Management Systemin compliance with ISO 9001 and project-specific requirements.
• Analyze quality data and trends; identify systemic issues and drive corrective action processes(8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why).
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments (FMEA) to embed quality early in theproduct lifecycle.
• Mentor junior quality engineers and contribute to training initiatives across the qualityfunction.
• Drive lessons learned processes and support resource and budget planning for the qualityfunction.
• Being the subject matter expert for special processes like welding, painting and high precisionmachining.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Seven (7) to Ten (10) years of progressive quality engineering experience in heavy industrial manufacturing, hydropower, power generation, turbomachinery, oil & gas, nuclear, or aerospace preferred.
• Ability to travel to supplier sites and project facilities worldwide (up to 40%).

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong working knowledge of relevant standards: ISO 9001, IEC 60034, IEC 60041, ASME, EN 1090, ASTM.
• Subject Matter Expert in Fabrication, Machining & Heavy Mechanical/Electrical Assembly
• Demonstrated experience in supplier quality management, including global supply chain auditing and corrective action management (SCAR, 8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why).
• Good understanding of large rotating equipment, pressure vessels, castings, forgings, and high voltage electrical equipment.
• Good understanding of Quality Inspection, GD&T measurement, NDT techniques (UT, MT, PT), weld inspection, and dimensional verification.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills; able to work constructively with suppliers, customers, and multidisciplinary project teams across cultures and time zones.
• Strong technical writing skills — ability to produce clear quality plans, inspection procedures, and NCR dispositions.
• Strong soft skills include leadership, analytical thinking, critical problem-solving, time management, autonomy, and resilience.
• Self-starter

Assets:

• CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) or NDT Level II/III certification is an asset.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is an asset.