Supplier Quality Engineer

About the Role

ANDRITZ HYDRO USA operates in a niche market providing overhaul and rehabilitation services for hydro power plants. The work includes repair, replacement, and improvement services to restore dependability and sustainability or to increase capacity and efficiency. Projects range in size and scope, from component assessment, design, and procurement to site installation and commissioning. Hydro power is recognized as the most economic form of renewable energy, and the company is committed to environmentally friendly concepts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts, assemblies, and finished products in accordance with contract and corporate specifications, following company inspection guidelines for visual, dimensional, mechanical, electrical, and functional inspections on a wide variety of components, assemblies, equipment, systems, supplies, and materials in the US and abroad.
• Represent Andritz Hydro’s interests and communicate effectively with clients and vendors in a respectful and professional manner.
• Apply a working knowledge of ASME and AWS Codes.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Creatively overcome problems and work with minimal supervision.
• Develop and implement procedures and programs.
• Prepare and maintain quality records and inspection reports.
• Provide technical support to field service and engineering staff for welding expertise in the assembly and installation of hydroelectric power components.
• Investigate and document the root cause of non-conformances.
• Conduct problem solving and resolution, collaborating with vendors, engineering, project management, and customers.
• Develop, implement, and apply NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) techniques and procedures.
• Apply knowledge of Quality Engineering methodologies and NDT methods for input to design reviews, failure analysis, quality program plans, and construction documentation.
• Develop and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and co-workers.
• Inspection duties may require up to 90% travel.

Requirements

• BS degree in engineering (preferably in mechanical, electrical, or material science).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the hydropower industry or equivalent experience in an industrial construction environment.
• NDT/NDE (Non-Destructive Testing/Evaluation) related technical experience.
• Alternatively, a High School Diploma or GED with 7+ years of experience in the hydropower industry or equivalent education and experience in an industrial construction or manufacturing environment.
• CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification or possess the education and experience required to qualify for certification, along with a working knowledge of ASME and AWS Codes.
• NDT/NDE related technical experience and/or qualification to pass Level 2 certification in RT (Radiographic Testing), UT (Ultrasonic Testing), PT (Penetrant Testing), and/or MT (Magnetic Particle Testing) is a plus.
• Laser metrology experience with machined parts is a plus.
• Proficiency with typical inspection equipment such as micrometers, Vernier calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, oscilloscopes, and component testers.
• MS Office suite proficiency for correspondence and reporting.