Supplier Quality Engineer I

• Own the end-to-end SDR process — from intake and technical review to dispositioning and closure

• Evaluate supplier deviations for engineering acceptability and assess risk to product performance

• Collaborate with design engineering, materials, and manufacturing teams to drive timely SDR resolution

• Track SDR metrics and identify trends to proactively reduce repeat deviations

• Ensure SDR documentation meets regulatory and internal quality standards

 
Hot Gas Path Qualifications

• Assist in the qualification of hot gas path components, ensuring they meet stringent performance and safety requirements

• Support post cast qualification activities including dimensional inspections, metallurgical evaluations, and process validation

• Review and approve supplier qualification documentation packages

• Partner with engineering teams to define qualification criteria.

• Monitor ongoing supplier performance against qualified process parameters

 
Supplier Returns & Corrective Actions

• Manage the supplier return process for non-conforming materials and components

• Conduct root cause analysis investigations in partnership with suppliers

• Initiate and track Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) to drive accountability

• Verify effectiveness of corrective actions and validate closure of quality escapes

• Maintain accurate return and non-conformance records for audit readiness

 
Additional Quality Engineering Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and assessments (on-site and remote) to evaluate quality systems

• Support new supplier onboarding and qualification activities

• Participate in cross-functional teams for new product introduction (NPI) quality planning

• Drive supplier quality improvement initiatives using Six Sigma, 8D, and lean methodologies

• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal quality processes and tools

 
What You Bring

• Education:Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) (Supply Chain)

• Experience:1+ years in supplier quality engineering, quality assurance, or a closely related manufacturing quality role

• Communication:Excellent written and verbal communication skills — you can translate technical findings into actionable supplier feedback

• Software:Proficiency with quality data tools (e.g., SAP QM, Minitab, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite

• Travel:Willingness to travel to supplier sites as needed (estimated 10% or less)