Supplier Quality & Development Engineer
On-siteXiamen, Fujian, China or Suqian, Jiangsu, China
Job Summary
Supplier Quality & Development Engineer at Hitachi Energy China. Responsible for supplier audits and assessments of quality management systems and manufacturing processes; develop and implement supplier quality assurance plans with inspection criteria and testing requirements; collaborate with design, procurement, and manufacturing to define critical quality requirements; drive supplier performance improvement via root cause analysis, 8D, and preventive actions; manage non-conformance reports and NCR disposition; lead supplier qualification processes (PPAP/APQP) and monitor key quality metrics; support cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and ensure ISO 9001 compliance; travel domestically and internationally as required; requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 3-5 years of relevant experience, knowledge of QMS tools, and fluency in English and Mandarin; certifications such as CQE or Six Sigma are desirable.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Materials Science) or related technical field
- 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and quality tools (e.g., 8D, FMEA, SPC, PPAP, APQP, MSA)
- Experience conducting supplier audits and driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites
- Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Materials Science) or related technical field
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality/quality engineering in manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001) and quality tools (8D, FMEA, SPC, PPAP, APQP, MSA)
- Experience conducting supplier audits and driving continuous improvement
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills with strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites
- English and Mandarin Chinese fluency (written and spoken)
- Preferred: ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification
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