Supplier Quality Engineer

Hitachi Energy

South Boston, VA

#JID3-173536

Position summary

g your passion for quality, your technical mindset, and your solutions-focused approach to a company committed to powering a more sustainable and connected future.

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and capability studies.

  • Partner with suppliers to develop quality plans and corrective actions.

  • Monitor supplier performance using key metrics such as PPM, FPY, and SCAR closure rates.

  • Lead root cause analysis and drive effective preventive measures.

  • Support new product introductions, ensuring supplier readiness and sample approval.

  • Implement continuous improvement activities using 8D, FMEA, SPC, and Lean tools.

  • Identify supplier risks and create proactive mitigation strategies.

  • Maintain documentation, reports, and communication on supplier quality performance.

Your Background

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.

  • 3+ years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, or similar manufacturing roles.

  • Strong understanding of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other quality management systems.

  • Proficiency with quality methodologies including PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, 8D, and Lean/Six Sigma.

  • Experience conducting supplier audits or possessing Lead Auditor credentials.

  • Ability to travel 25-40% to domestic and international supplier locations.

More About Us

  • Hitachi Energy is dedicated to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.

  • Team members enjoy opportunities for global career growth, continuous learning, and technical development.

  • You'll join a purpose-driven organization where quality, safety, and integrity guide everything we do.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

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