Supplier Quality Engineer

Eaton Corporation•Waukesha, WI

5d•$86,000 - $126,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for the Power Systems Division. The position is based at the PSD headquarters site on Badger Drive in Waukesha, Wisconsin, with a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days at home. The role partners with suppliers and manufacturing sites to ensure materials and components meet quality standards. It works cross-functionally with operations, engineering, supply chain, and procurement and leads supplier initiatives, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
At least three years of experience in quality, operations, engineering, supply chain, or a combination of these fields.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%, including on short notice.
Strong communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across sites and teams.
Continuous improvement mindset focused on driving better results.
Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate confidently and drive accountability with stakeholders and suppliers.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience in a manufacturing quality role.
Certifications such as ASQ CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
Experience with risk management tools such as PFMEA, control plans, and APQP.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and supplier quality modules.
Strong understanding of quality systems, root cause analysis, and corrective action methodologies.
Experience with supplier audits, quality tools, and industry standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100, depending on industry.

Responsibilities

Own quality relationships with key suppliers; conduct supplier performance reviews and drive accountability.
Identify supplier risks and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Serve as the primary supplier quality contact for assigned plants and partner with plant teams to resolve supplier-related challenges.
Align plant and supplier stakeholders on priorities, risks, and actions.
Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions; ensure effective containment and long-term solutions.
Escalate and communicate high-impact supplier quality issues as needed.
Support supplier qualification, audits, and risk assessments.
Ensure compliance with quality requirements and standards, and help implement supplier controls and quality expectations.
Monitor supplier performance metrics and trends, develop scorecards, and communicate key insights.
Partner with suppliers and internal teams to improve quality, delivery, and reliability.