Senior Advanced Supplier Quality Engineer

Fluence; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluence is seeking a Project Manager within Supplier Quality to ensure quality planning activities align with development timelines. The role involves leading supplier audits and developing quality programs, requiring a Bachelor's degree in engineering and significant experience in supplier quality, particularly in electrical equipment. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the energy storage sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant supplier quality experience in electrical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of process audits and quality assurance.
• Global mindset with experience in international/multi-cultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Act as a project manager ensuring quality planning activities.
• Lead onsite supplier process audits for new suppliers.
• Assist in building supplier quality programs and policies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Goals-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree or certification in relevant subject area

Tools

Quality Planning tools (APQP, Control Plan, PPAP / FAIR)

ISO 9001 standards

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC)is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com .

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. We take personal ownership in what we do, developing trust in our relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We firmly believe in having honest, forthcoming, and fair communications. In this role you will:

•Act as a project manager within Supplier Quality, ensuring Quality Planning activities are properly performed on-time according development project timelines

•Participate / lead onsite supplier process audits – you will lead the audits for new or potential suppliers

•Assist in building supplier quality programs and policies.

•Support on Definition and implementation of supplier improvement programs for potential new suppliers

Agile

Here at Fluence, we strive to continuously improve, be intellectually curious and be adaptive to our customers and employee’s needs. Collaboration is key, both in our partnerships with our customers, and with each other. Fluence prioritizes the most critical efforts that allow for the greatest impact. What does a qualified candidate bring to Fluence?

•Bachelor's degree in engineering required. Advanced degree or certification in a relevant subject area is a plus

•5+ years relevant supplier Quality experience

•Technical background desired

•Working experience with Quality Planning tools such as APQP, Control Plan, PPAP / FAIR, etc.

•Strong knowledge of process audits (VDA 6.3 preferred)

•Knowledge of other methods such as FMEA, SPC, Measurement Analysis, etc.

•Knowledge of ISO 9001standards (lead-auditor certification preferred)

•Lean Six Sigma knowledge (certification is preferred)

•Global mindset with experience working in an international/multi-cultural matrix environment

•Strong verbal and written communication skills required

•Detail and Goals- oriented

•Strong Problem-solving skills

•Energy Storage knowledge preferred but not required

- Candidate must be in Mainland China

Fun

Working on transforming a fundamental part of our society is exciting and fulfilling. It requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed. We respect our coworkers and customers. We listen to what others have to say, and we are inclusive.

This position, although located in the Americas region, will be working with team members around the globe. The expected travel is around 30% including international.

What does a qualified candidate bring to Fluence?

•Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Chemical Engineering or equivalent required

•5+ years relevant supplier Quality experience in supplier quality role focused on electrical equipment such Battery and other energy storage auxiliaries

•Experience including quality control of batteries or electronic devices. Quality assurance work is desired

•Knowledge of other methods such as Root Cause Analysis, Supplier Management System, FMEA, Control Plan

•Knowledge of ISO 9001standards (lead-auditor certification is ideal, internal audit)

•Global mindset with experience working in an international/multi-cultural matrix environment

•Strong verbal and written communication skills required - English and Chinese

•Self-starter, results oriented and process driven

•Strong Problem-solving skills

•Energy Storage knowledge preferred but not required

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.