Supplier Quality Engineer

Siemens Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global teamwork

Lead projects

Medical benefits

Remote work

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Charlotte to drive supplier qualification, PPQ, and continuous improvement. You will lead cross-functional teams across the supply chain and technical functions, ensuring robust supplier capabilities and quality outcomes for global projects.

You will apply your expertise in welding/coating, ISO/ASME standards, and root-cause analysis to prevent defects, reduce risk, and enable design-to-cost and localization efforts.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English.
• A Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering or similar; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical field and/or Supply Chain.
• Experience in supplier qualification, product/process qualification, and technical supplier development.
• Ability to lead projects and virtual cross-functional teams in an international setting.
• Welding and coating knowledge; CWI preferred; NACE/AMPP/FROSIO desired.
• Familiarity with ISO and ASME standards; strong analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Advanced communication and presentation skills; basic commercial knowledge.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and quality/risk management methodologies.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally; passport required.
• Lead Auditor experience or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supplier qualification: support cross-functional supplier selection with quality data, audits, capability and risk assessment.
• Lead Product and Process Qualification (PPQ) with cross-functional teams and ensure supplier quality measures.
• Plan, implement, and optimize the Supplier Quality Management (SQM) process and coach suppliers to Siemens Energy standards.
• Initiate supplier quality improvement programs, conduct root cause analyses, and apply risk mitigation.
• Serve as main interface between SQM and design engineers during design reviews and early supplier involvement.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Intercultural expertise

Project management

Quality mindset

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering

Master’s degree preferred

CWI certification

NACE/AMPP/FROSIO certification

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

Join us as a Supplier Quality Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role inconducting supplier qualification and development. Imagine working daily withGeneration Core Engine parts that meet high technical and quality standards.You will thrive in a multicultural environment, collaborating closely withvarious departments both locally and globally. By engaging with the globalSupply Chain Management (SCM) process, you will utilize digitalization tools toenhance our operations. Your expertise will be crucial in addressingnonconformances through containment, root cause analysis (RCA), andimplementing preventative and risk mitigation measures.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• SupplierQualification: You will implement and control the support of thecross-functional supplier selection team with essential quality data,conduct supplier audits, and assess supplier capability and risk.

• Productand Process Qualification: Lead cross-functional teams to performProduct and Process Qualification (PPQ) in accordance with applicableprocess descriptions and standards, supporting supplier quality measuresthroughout the entire process chain.

• SupplierQuality Management: Plan, implement, optimize, and control theefficiency of the defined Supplier Quality Management Process, ensuringthe requested quality while coaching suppliers to adhere to SiemensEnergy’s Quality Management Process and related tools.

• SupplierImprovement: Initiate and implement supplier quality improvementprograms, conduct quality root cause analysis, and execute appropriaterisk mitigation measures at the supplier level, tracking theimplementation and effectiveness of these measures.

• DesignReview and Improvement: Act as the main interface betweenSupplier Quality Management (SQM) and design engineers during designreviews, conducting reviews with suppliers for new designs and initiatingearly supplier involvement when necessary to support design to localization(DTL) and design to cost (DTC) efforts.

What You Bring

• Fluencyin English.

• ABachelor of Science Degree in mechanical, electrical, industrialengineering, or a similar discipline is required; a Master’s Degree ispreferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experiencewill be considered.

• Aminimum of 5 years of experience in a technical field and/or working inSupply Chain.

• Experiencein supplier qualification, product/process qualification, and technical supplierdevelopment to ensure a global, demand-covering, quality-assured, andcost-effective supply base.

• Provenability to lead projects and manage virtual cross-functional teams in aninternational setting. You are a self-starter with strong organizational,strategic, analytical thinking, leadership skills, and interculturalexpertise.

• Extensiveknowledge in welding and coating, with CWI certification preferred andNACE (AMPP/FROSIO) certification desired.

• Familiaritywith ISO and ASME Standards, along with strong analytical thinking andresults-oriented problem-solving skills.

• Advancedcommunication and presentation skills, with basic commercial knowledge.

• Familiaritywith root cause analysis and other quality and risk managementmethodologies.

• Projectmanagement experience is preferred.

• Willingnessto travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time; musthave or be able to obtain a passport.

• LeadAuditor experience or certification is a plus.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in theUnited States without need for current or future employer-sponsored workauthorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may beeligible for internal transfers.

Who is Siemens Energy?

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

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordableenergy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will supportour 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/Benefits

Here are examples of the rewards and benefits Siemens Energyoffers:

• Opportunitiesto work with a global team

• Opportunitiesto work on and lead a variety of innovative projects

• Medicalbenefits

• Remote/Flexiblework

• Time off/Paidholidays and parental leave

• Continuallearning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform

• Accessto a variety of employee resource groups

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Siemens Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affineptive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local

law.