Project Quality Manager

Summary of the role

We are seeking a Senior Supplier & Project Quality Engineer to join our Hydro Division, working across supplier facilities, manufacturing sites, and project locations. This role serves as the quality focal point for both supplier qualification and full project execution — ensuring that all procured components and project quality deliverables meet design specifications, contractual requirements, and our stringent quality standards throughout the lifecycle of our equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Seven (7) to Ten (10) years of progressive quality engineering experience in heavy industrial manufacturing — hydropower, power generation, turbomachinery, oil & gas, nuclear, or aerospace preferred.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification — preferred.
• Ability to travel to supplier sites and project facilities worldwide (up to 40%).

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong working knowledge of relevant standards: ISO 9001, IEC 60034, IEC 60041, ASME, EN 1090, ASTM.
• Subject Matter Expert in Fabrication, Machining & Heavy Mechanical/Electrical Assembly
• Demonstrated experience in supplier quality management, including global supply chain auditing and corrective action management (SCAR, 8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why).
• Good understanding of large rotating equipment, pressure vessels, castings, forgings, and high voltage electrical equipment.
• Good understanding of Quality Inspection, GD&T measurement, NDT techniques (UT, MT, PT), weld inspection, and dimensional verification.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills; able to work constructively with suppliers, customers, and multidisciplinary project teams across cultures and time zones.
• Strong technical writing skills — ability to produce clear quality plans, inspection procedures, and NCR dispositions.
• Strong soft skills including leadership, analytical thinking, critical problem-solving, time management, autonomy, and resilience.
• Self-starter

Assets

• CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) or NDT Level II/III certification is an asset.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is an asset.
• PMP certification is an asset.