Supplier - Quality Assurance Engineer II

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) match up to 4%

Generous Paid Time Off

Career Growth programs

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer II to lead supplier quality initiatives. This role emphasizes problem-solving and collaboration within the Switchgear Division, ensuring quality standards are met through methodologies like root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. MEPPI offers comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance/control, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
• Experience with quality tools and methodologies such as SPC, 5-Why, FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead root cause investigations to resolve supplier quality issues.
• Develop and verify corrective actions to improve supplier performance.
• Conduct audits and ensure timely closure of findings.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer II to support and lead supplier quality initiatives within our Switchgear Division. This role is critical to ensuring supplier performance meets quality standards through root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and continuous improvement efforts aligned with ISO 9001 and operational excellence goals. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who thrives on problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and driving measurable improvements throughout the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support root cause investigations using 5-Why, fault tree, and fishbone analysis to resolve supplier quality issues.
• Develop, implement, and verify corrective actions to improve supplier performance and prevent recurrence.
• Review, trend, and close supplier nonconformities and quality incidents.
• Act as the key interface between suppliers, incoming inspection, engineering, and production teams to resolve product and assembly issues.
• Work closely with Design and Application Engineering to identify and address as-built design concerns.
• Support incoming inspection teams with technical problem resolution.
• Partner with suppliers to develop FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and improvement plans.
• Conduct and/or participate in internal and supplier audits; ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Travel to supplier locations to assess, analyze, and resolve quality issues.
• Support implementation and maintenance of Quality Assurance programs, including ISO 9001 standards.
• Evaluate and improve procedures and documentation across incoming inspection, assembly, and testing processes.
• Facilitate quality and manufacturing improvement initiatives across the division using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Analyze field incident reports and identify trends to drive preventive actions.
• Assist in maintaining quality records in compliance with company standards and policies.
• Support quality-related initiatives across the Switchgear Division.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement through proactive communication and collaboration.
• The description above represents the most significant and essential duties of the job but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance/control, preferably in a manufacturing or supplier quality environment.
• Experience with quality tools and methodologies such as SPC, 5-Why, FMEA, and root cause analysis.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and Lean/Six Sigma principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with MRP/ERP systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: MEPPI pays up to 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) match up to 4%.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Earn vacation after just 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays annually.
• Career Growth: Access to professional development programs and educational assistance.
• Employee Perks: On-site fitness center (Warrendale, PA), wellness program, profit sharing, and employee discounts.

Why MEPPI

As a proud U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, MEPPI powers critical infrastructure and rail transportation solutions across North America. We value collaboration, innovation, and people—because we know that our greatest asset is our team. Join us and help shape a future where talent and technology thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MEPPI is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure fair consideration for every candidate.