Quality Engineer - Blades & Vanes

Siemens Gas and Power GmbH & Co. KG; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Quality Engineer - Blades & Vanes to strengthen supplier quality management for hot gas components used in gas turbines across North America. You will integrate project, quality, and supplier activities to uphold high standards in production and start-up of new and series parts.

You will lead continuous improvement using Six Sigma and Lean, build strong supplier relationships, drive cost and delivery improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in manufacturing/Materials/Mechanical engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience with quality methodologies and manufacturing management.
• Strong project management, organizational, and cross-cultural skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and drive supplier quality improvements using data analysis and metrics.
• Lead continuous improvement projects with Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive improvements.
• Lead initiatives to reduce costs and delivery times at external suppliers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align quality with business goals.
• Contribute input to the technology roadmap for future product positioning.

Skills

Quality methods

Manufacturing mgmt

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

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.

As the Quality Engineer - Blades & Vanes, you will play a pivotal role in integrating Project, Quality, and Supplier Management within the Investment Castings domain. Your primary responsibility will be to uphold the highest quality standards in the production of hot gas components for our gas turbines supplier network. This will involve planning and executing continuous improvement activities while conducting technical reviews at supplier locations across North America. Establishing and nurturing strong supplier relationships will be essential to ensure the timely execution of quality enhancements and adherence to schedules for both new product implementation and series production. Your expertise will be vital in driving quality assurance throughout the entire production process.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Identify and drive initiatives to enhance the quality of hot gas components produced by our suppliers, utilizing data analysis and quality metrics to pinpoint areas for improvement and implement effective solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement projects aimed at optimizing processes, reducing non-conformance costs, and ensuring adherence to quality standards, while employing methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean to achieve measurable results.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to facilitate improvements and achieve key milestones, fostering open communication and collaboration to address quality issues proactively.
• Lead initiatives focused on reducing costs and delivery times at external suppliers by analyzing supply chain processes and implementing best practices that enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Contribute to overall operational efficiency and provide support across various functions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to align quality objectives with business goals and operational strategies.
• Provide input to the technology roadmap to ensure the successful positioning of our products for future success, leveraging industry trends and technological advancements to inform strategic decisions and drive innovation.

What You Bring

• Bachelor Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in quality methodologies, and manufacturing management. A strong background in working with cross-functional teams, particularly in turbine hot gas parts.
• Project management expertise, strong organizational skills, and critical thinking abilities. Fluency in English; willingness to learn German; additional languages is a plus. Intercultural competence and readiness for approximately 25% travel
• 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.

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. Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits

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