Supplier Quality Engineer

Eaton Corporation•Greenwood, SC

1d•$97,000 - $143,000

About The Position

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer at its Hodges, South Carolina facility. The role leads supplier quality management for joint venture and domestic products, ensuring compliance, performance, and continuous improvement from initial qualification through full production. It drives quality planning and execution through audits, inspections, and control processes, and serves as the primary escalation point for supplier-related quality issues. The position works closely with engineering, sourcing, and operations to maintain product integrity, manage risk, and meet specifications, regulatory standards, and customer expectations. Regular travel to China, approximately quarterly, is required for supplier oversight and development. Relocation may be available for qualified U.S. candidates. The role will support Eaton’s transition from Hodges to its expanded Greenwood site as its Busway operation grows. The company describes a target of approximately $1 billion in annual sales by 2030, supported by increased capacity, supply-chain resiliency, and volume growth. The expected annual salary range is $97,000–$143,000, and the position is eligible for a variable incentive program. Eaton does not offer employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited institution.
At least 3 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or quality engineering roles.
Strong communication skills to clearly articulate quality issues, risks, and corrective actions to suppliers, engineering, and leadership.
Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment with JV partners, suppliers, and internal teams without direct authority.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, including leading root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
Attention to detail in specifications, inspections, audits, and documentation.
Leadership and ownership, including responsibility for supplier quality performance and acting as the primary escalation point.
Conflict-resolution skills to address supplier disagreements and quality concerns while maintaining productive relationships.
Ability to make informed decisions under pressure while balancing cost, quality, and delivery.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, sourcing, operations, and customer teams.
Continuous-improvement mindset and ability to drive supplier development and process improvements.
Adaptability and resilience in managing changing requirements, global supplier challenges, and travel demands.
Analytical thinking to interpret quality data, including Cp/Cpk, SPC, defects, and trends.
Accountability and follow-through on audits, corrective actions, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other systems.
Ability to meet the position’s international travel demands, including regular travel to China.

Nice To Haves

Mandarin language skills and/or experience in China or working with Chinese companies.

Responsibilities

Own JV and domestic product quality from initial qualification through the full production lifecycle.
Lead product release activities, including PPAP, first article inspection, functional verification, and audits.
Develop and execute control plans, pFMEAs, and inspection strategies.
Ensure compliance with specifications, drawings, labeling, testing, and documentation requirements.
Maintain and execute the Quality Management Plan, including inspection, testing, and audit processes.
Monitor quality performance metrics, including defects, escapes, warranty, DMRs, and trends.
Lead corrective action processes, including root cause analysis, containment, and effectiveness validation.
Manage warranty issues, DMRs, and customer complaints in coordination with JV partners.
Conduct supplier audits and process reviews to ensure compliance and drive improvements.
Establish and manage supplier quality metrics, such as Cp/Cpk, SPC implementation, and reporting.
Support disposition of nonconforming or returned materials with cross-functional teams.
Ensure product traceability across part numbers, labeling, dates, and shipment records.
Act as the primary escalation point for JV and domestic supplier quality issues and communicate risks to stakeholders.
Collaborate with engineering, sourcing, operations, and customer teams.
Travel to China approximately quarterly to support supplier oversight and development.