Supplier Quality Engineer GP

ANDRITZ AG•Charlotte, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

ANDRITZ Hydropower North America is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries. As the first equipment manufacturer in North America and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydropower North America has more than 185 years of know-how. In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydropower, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, and a clean future. From water to wire – Be part of the movement! Summary of the role The Supplier Quality Assurance role plays they key role of assessing the quality of machinery and parts manufactured by our vendors. This person is well experienced with different types of materials testing and travels to our suppliers locations to conduct these inspections. Although based out of our Charlotte, NC office, the role includes significant travel.

Responsibilities

Inspects parts, assemblies and finished products in accordance with contract and corporate specifications; follow company’s inspection guidelines to conduct visual, dimensional, mechanical, electrical test and functional inspections on a wide variety of components, assemblies, equipment, systems, supplies and materials in the US and abroad.
Represent Andritz Hydro’s interests and communicate effectively with clients and vendors in a respectful and professional manner.
Prepare and maintain quality records and inspection reports.
Investigate and document the root cause of non-conformances.
Conduct problem solving and resolution, collaborating with vendors, engineering, project management, and customers.
Develop, implement, apply and/or witness NDT techniques and procedures.
Apply knowledge of Supplier Quality Engineering methodologies and NDT methods for input to design reviews, failure analysis, quality program plans and construction documentation.
Develop and maintain healthy working relationships with clients and subcontractors.
Write Inspection and Test Plans
Participate and steer root cause analysis
To take actions necessary to ensure compliance with contract requirements
To stop work activities in the event of quality issue
Accept or reject testing results and items of work
Create inspection planning within budget for the project
Measure or direct the verification of the features of components