Supplier Quality Engineer, Mechanical

About the Role

We're seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Supply Chain Team. This role is critical in ensuring the quality of mechanical equipment, including CDUs, chillers, pumps, and piping packages, from qualification through delivery. You'll work closely with suppliers, conducting audits, production readiness reviews, and source inspections to maintain high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Own supplier quality for mechanical equipment, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
• Conduct supplier audits and production readiness reviews before awarding contracts.
• Perform source inspections before equipment shipment.
• Develop inspection and test plans based on drawings and specifications, not templates.
• Witness factory acceptance tests and make critical decisions on equipment acceptance.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality escapes, verifying fixes at the supplier's floor.

Requirements

• Experience in supplier quality for mechanical or HVAC equipment manufacturers, preferably on-site at supplier facilities.
• Proven track record of witnessing factory acceptance tests and making informed decisions on equipment acceptance.
• Ability to write detailed inspection plans from drawings and specifications.
• Strong background in implementing corrective actions with evidence-based closure, minimizing repeat escapes.

Qualifications

• Bonus qualifications include experience with liquid cooling equipment, ASME and ISO quality systems, welding and brazing inspection, and PPAP or APQP processes.

Pay

Compensation Range: $155K - $199K