Supplier Quality Engineer

Hitachi•South Boston, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity Step into a role where your expertise directly strengthens the quality and reliability of components used across Hitachi Energy’s global supply network. As a Supplier Quality Engineer at South Boston, location, you’ll play a pivotal part in ensuring that every purchased material meets our rigorous standards—supporting innovation, performance, and customer satisfaction. In this role, you’ll partner closely with suppliers and internal teams to assess quality systems, lead problem-solving efforts, and drive continuous improvement. From supporting new product introductions to shaping strategies that minimize risk, your work will influence every stage of the supply chain. If you enjoy collaborating across functions, improving processes, and working hands‑on with suppliers to elevate quality, this opportunity empowers you to make a meaningful impact. Bring your passion for quality, your technical mindset, and your solutions‑focused approach to a company committed to powering a more sustainable and connected future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
3+ years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering, or similar manufacturing roles.
Strong understanding of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other quality management systems.
Proficiency with quality methodologies including PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, 8D, and Lean/Six Sigma.
Ability to travel 25–40% to domestic and international supplier locations.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting supplier audits or possessing Lead Auditor credentials.

Responsibilities

Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and capability studies.
Partner with suppliers to develop quality plans and corrective actions.
Monitor supplier performance using key metrics such as PPM, FPY, and SCAR closure rates.
Lead root cause analysis and drive effective preventive measures.
Support new product introductions, ensuring supplier readiness and sample approval.
Implement continuous improvement activities using 8D, FMEA, SPC, and Lean tools.
Identify supplier risks and create proactive mitigation strategies.
Maintain documentation, reports, and communication on supplier quality performance.