Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

📋 Description

• Ensure quality management for designated suppliers, including the execution of quality plans.

• Evaluate and select suppliers through a comprehensive qualification process.

• Take ownership of supplier performance, driving enhancements through the use of supplier scorecards.

• Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance and initiate improvement plans as necessary.

• Collaborate with Sourcing and Engineering teams to qualify, approve, and cultivate suppliers in line with sourcing strategies and long-term business objectives.

• Define and implement product and process qualifications according to Gas Power specifications for various intricate components and assemblies.

• Review and endorse Manufacturing Process Plans (MPP), Product and Process Quality Plans (PQP), control plans, and inspection plans for the assigned components.

• Validate first article inspections (FAI) and ongoing product verifications; oversee process capability and instigate corrective measures when performance does not meet established targets.

• Manage and authorize Supplier Deviation Requests (SDRs), ensuring that risk is evaluated, documented, and controlled.

• Perform quality system, product, and process audits at supplier locations; confirm adherence to GE Vernova QMS standards, GE Vernova procedures, and relevant industry regulations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from a recognized university or college.

• Strong comprehension of engineering drawings (GD&T) and specifications.

• Experience and expertise in complex machining, heat treatment, and various welding techniques.

• Proven experience in conducting audits (holistic, quality system, process, and/or product).

• Demonstrated capability in managing and developing vendors/suppliers.

• Prior experience in Supplier Quality or Manufacturing/Process Quality (preferably with general manufacturing processes, machining, heat treatment, and welding).

• Excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Established ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional and global team settings.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings option with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off.