Project Supplier Quality Engineer, Grid Technology Solutions-Orlando, FL

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Orlando, FL is seeking a Project Supplier Quality Engineer to support supplier quality management for Grid Technology projects. You will work a hybrid schedule, coordinating audits, PPQ activities, and supplier development to ensure quality and reliability.

The role requires 5+ years of supplier quality experience, knowledge of ISO 9001, RCA, 8D, FMEA, and CQE certification. Travel up to 30% may be required. This job offers a growth-focused environment and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years in supplier quality or manufacturing in technology/industrial environments.
• Experience in supplier qualification; auditor experience is a plus.
• Project management experience in complex or large-scale projects.
• Knowledge of quality methods (5 Why, FMEA, 8D, RCA); MS Office and SAP QM.
• CQE certification; ISO 9001 lead auditor knowledge advised.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and manage supplier audits to ensure ISO 9001 and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze audit findings and close non-conformities.
• Maintain and improve the supplier quality management system.
• Collaborate with procurement and engineering on PPQ activities.
• Manage supplier performance metrics (KPIs) and SLAs.
• Lead CAPA implementations for supplier quality issues.
• Coach suppliers on quality standards and best practices.
• Oversee supplier qualification, certification, and development.
• Represent supply quality in cross-functional meetings.
• Support supplier surveillance and inspections.

Skills

Supplier quality management

Root cause analysis

8D

RCA

CQE

ISO 9001

Project management

MS Office

SAP QM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP Materials and Quality Management

MS Office

Job description

\"We energize society\" by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow.

Project Supplier Quality Engineer, Grid Technology Solutions-Orlando, FL

About the Role

Job ID

301272

Location

United States of America

Florida

Orlando

Remote vs. Office

Hybrid (Remote/Office)

Company

Organization

Grid Technologies

Business Unit

Solutions

Full-time

Experience Level

Professional / Experienced

A Snapshot of Your Day

We are seeking a ProjectSupplier Quality Engineer to support Supplier Quality Management for Grid Solution Projects. Our successful candidate will work a hybrid schedule out of Orlando, FL.

This position is essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of the supply chain supporting our technology solutions. To achieve this, the role is structured around three core areas: direct supplier performance management, comprehensive quality assurance and auditing, and strategic process improvement. This focus ensures that suppliers not only meet current quality standards but are also developed to support future business needs, and that systemic risks within the supply chain are proactively addressed. Key interfaces (internal) are the local and global Supplier Quality Management Team, Project Procurement Manager, Project Management and Engineering Given the focus on complex problem-solving and process ownership, the ideal candidate will be a recognized subject matter expert with extensive experience in supplier quality management. They must possess deep knowledge of quality systems like ISO 9001, proficiency in root cause analysis, and strong influencing skills to manage supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Quality Assurance & Compliance Auditing
• Plan, conduct, and manage supplier audits (process, product, and system audits) to ensure compliance with Siemens Energy, industry (e.g., ISO 9001), and regulatory standards.
• Analyze audit findings, generate comprehensive reports, and manage the closure of identified non-conformities.
• Maintain and improve the supplier quality management system, including documentation, procedures, and reporting.
• Collaborate with procurement and engineering teams on Product and Process Qualification (PPQ) activities for new product introductions.
• Supplier Quality & Performance Management
• Manage and develop suppliers by establishing and monitoring performance metrics (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Lead the resolution of complex supplier quality issues, including non-conformances, and drive the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Act as the primary quality interface for suppliers, providing coaching and guidance on quality standards, protocols, and best practices.
• Oversee the supplier qualification, certification, and development process to build a robust and reliable supplier base.
• Representation of Supply Quality in cross-functional meetings and collaboration with Procurement, Project Management, Engineering, and Quality Management.
• Collaborate with the Quality Manager in Project and engineering teams on supplier surveillance activities, including inspections.
• Process Improvement & Risk Mitigation
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects within the supply chain to enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
• Perform risk analysis on the supply chain and collaborate with procurement to identify and certify alternative suppliers to mitigate disruption risks.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies like Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 8D.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• 5 or more years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, or manufacturing within a technology or industrial environment. Candidates with more experience can be considered for a higher level or vice-versa.
• Proven Experience in supplier qualification; supplier auditor experience considered an advantage.
• Experience in project management, preferably in complex or large-scale project environments.
• Knowledge of quality methods such as 5 Why, FMEA, 8D, and RCA, as well as proficiency in MS Office and SAP Materials and Quality Management.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE); Profound knowledge in quality controls, inspections & auditing (preferably Lead auditor for ISO 9001)

Travel, as needed, up to 30%.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid! The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company! With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits & parental leave

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