Lead Supplier Quality Engineering Specialist

Job description

Who will you be working with? You will be working with Supplier Quality Engineering team to ensure and improving the overall quality of supplier manufactured material for assigned commodities and/or areas of the plant. How will you make a difference? You will be responsible for qualifying new suppliers, developing existing suppliers, working with Sourcing to manage and implement supplier/engineering changes, driving resolution of supplier quality problems and corrective actions, and providing technique consultant. What do we want to know about you? Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college. Major in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or Engineering related is desired. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Quality, Sourcing, Manufacturing or Engineering role. Ability to travel to suppliers as appropriate for audits and to address quality issues, approximately 30-50% of time. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrate ability to document, plan, influence and manage programs across cross functional teams Strong ability of English communication (listening, speaking, writing) skills Experience with Engineered Systems (HVAC, Motor, Blower, Heat Exchanger etc.) or electro-mechanization equipment. Experience with PPAP/APQP or similar part qualification processes. Knowledge of ISO, IRIS, AAR or similar standards, quality procedures, and audit techniques. Statistically literate and familiar with Six Sigma quality concepts and tools. What will your typical day look like? Drive supplier selection and part qualification through supplier assessment audits and robust supplier APQP/PPAP qualification processes. Work closely with Sourcing, Engineering and Site manufacturing shops on projects management. Lead containment of supplier quality escapes and root cause analysis of significant supplier quality problems, ensure efficiency of corrective / preventive actions. Closely monitor supplier performance to drive defect reduction, corrective action closure, and other metrics. Provide training to suppliers for related quality functional and project management tools (SPC, 8D, PPAP, PFD, P-FMEA, FAI, control plan, ramp up, Gantt chart, etc.) Drive effective cost recovery from suppliers for COPQ. Own supplier audits, ensuring compliance and driving improvement plans, improvement in processes and standards, supplier capability development, ensuring sustainable improvements. What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First? At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at . Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.