Supplier Quality Engineer

WCL Group; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

WCL Group in Greenville, SC is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to drive qualification programs for gas turbine components and collaborate with Global Supply Chain and Engineering to ensure quality and cost effectiveness. Onsite, 40 hours per week, 1-year term with potential extension.

The role requires 6+ years in turbine engineering or manufacturing, program management, and strong communication. Applicants should be well-versed in lean methods and global interfacing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Creating Qualification standards in alignment with Global Supply Chain and Engineering.
• Managing dates and scope for equipment purchases, installation, and qualification.
• Lead qualifications from inception to closure, parts and special processes (coatings, brazing, etc.).
• Apply knowledge of design and manufacturing to implement new ideas that enhance overall qualification process, reduce cost and add value.
• Identify and implement qualification cost out opportunities.
• Regional, and in some cases, global: shop support.
• Cultivate positive working environment and morale; drive a sense of urgency and quality with speed.

Skills

Program management

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Global interfacing

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHTThe client you'll be supporting is a Fortune 500 global leader in energy technology, focused on helping the world produce cleaner, more reliable power. Their teams design and improve the systems that keep homes, businesses, and communities running—from gas and wind turbines to the electrical grids that connect them. This is an opportunity to join a company at the forefront of innovation while working directly with suppliers to improve quality, manufacturing processes, and operational excellence across critical gas turbine components.LOCATIONGreenville, SC 29615COMPENSATION$42-$48 per hour. Full benefits can be offered.SCHEDULEOnsite. Monday-Friday (40 hrs per week)CONTRACT TERM1 year with a high likelihood of extension or conversion to a full-time employee.POSITION OVERVIEW -Supplier Quality EngineerRESPONSIBILITIES• Creating Qualification standards in alignment with Global Supply Chain and Engineering• Managing dates and scope for equipment purchases, installation, and qualification• This position requires strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills as well as a passion for quality and continuous improvement.• Lead qualifications from inception to closure, parts and special processes (coatings, brazing, etc.)• Apply knowledge of design and manufacturing to implement new ideas that enhance overall qualification process, reduce cost and add value.• Identify and implement qualification cost out opportunities• Regional, and in some cases, global: shop support• Cultivate positive working environment and morale; drive a sense of urgency and quality with speedREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT• 6+ years of turbine engineering and/or manufacturing experience• Program management experience• Strong team player• Well versed in lean manufacturing methods• Experience interfacing across matrix organizations• Good negotiation skills• Ability to build trust with team members and interfacing organizations.• Experience and familiarity with advanced manufacturing processes• Customer satisfaction mindset with strong Quality orientation• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with individuals in global locations• Ability and willingness to challenge the status quo and deliver the best products