Supplier Quality Engineer II

About the role

The Supplier Quality Engineer II is responsible for managing, developing, and reporting on supplier quality systems and processes in support of ISO 9001:2015 requirements, supplier qualifications, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role supports Mitsubishi Power Americas Power Generation business units with a primary focus on service and parts operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply QA/QC principles and inspection methods to ensure product and service conformance.
• Lead and support supplier development initiatives and First Article Inspection (FAI) activities.
• Provide ongoing support to supplier quality, cost, and delivery performance objectives.
• Lead root cause and corrective action activities and drive closure of supplier issues.
• Conduct supplier process and product assessments to evaluate quality and capability.
• Identify and support supplier training and development needs.
• Monitor supplier qualification and certification activities and communicate status updates.
• Review and approve sample submissions and production verification documentation.
• Drive supplier process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Collect and analyze quality data, trends, and SPC information to improve performance.
• Review inspection and test plans to ensure adequate witness and hold points.
• Develop quality procedures and specifications supporting the Quality Management System.
• Support management of NCR, CAR, and PAR systems and closure activities.
• Partner with Gas Turbine Service Engineering on requirements reviews and nonconformance dispositions.
• Develop metrics and reporting supporting supplier quality performance.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 40%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, service, or supplier quality environments.
• Knowledge of ISO9000, TS-16949, QS-9000, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, DOE, and SPC methodologies.
• Supplier Quality experience preferred.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and part requirement interpretation.
• Experience with manufacturing and repair measurement techniques.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including welding, preferred.
• Experience with gas turbine and steam turbine products preferred.
• Certification as Certified Quality Engineer or Lead Certified Quality Auditor required within one year of employment.

Benefits

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.