GSI Supplier Quality Leader

GE Vernova

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Manager will be responsible for leading a team of Quality Engineers who support equipment & construction labor across the globe. This role involves verifying supplier quality deliverables as outlined in customer specifications and contracts. The position requires leading and directing workload, and supporting supplier quality needs with key supplier quality deliverables. The individual will be responsible for developing, managing workload, and supporting project quality engineers who ensure equipment meets engineering specifications. This includes working with suppliers to ensure requirements are understood and delivered upon, covering both supplier capability and quality responsibilities. Key areas include parts qualification, supplier capability and quality (assurance & control) responsibilities across supplier development, and monitoring activities. Overarching responsibilities include supplier quality management, engineering quality assurance, non-conformance and corrective/preventative action planning, quality audits and compliance, continuous improvement & lessons learned, and documentation management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, or Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Quality Management, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5–10+ years of experience in supplier quality, quality management, engineering, or project quality within high-voltage substations, transmission & distribution, EPC, or large industrial/infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in supplier quality management, including supplier qualification, audits, non-conformance management, corrective actions, and supplier development.
• Hands-on experience with factory inspections, FAT/SAT, field construction quality, and equipment quality oversight for engineered electrical equipment.
• Working knowledge of applicable quality systems, customer specifications, and industry standards, including ISO 9001, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, and NEC.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, inspection requirements, and technical documentation.
• Experience with core quality tools and systems, including root cause analysis, CAPA, NCR management, inspection and test planning, and supplier performance dashboards.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 90%.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in U.S.-based EPC or large infrastructure projects.
• Certified auditor or demonstrated experience performing internal and supplier audits.
• Experience with supplier cost recovery, budget management, and quality-related financial impact tracking.
• Ability to provide supplier training, coaching, and guidance on quality requirements and improvement plans.
• Additional language skills are a plus.
• ASQ, PMI, or related certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality assurance and supplier development activities, including supplier qualification, part and process approvals, non-conformance management, corrective actions, and supplier performance improvement.
• Develop and execute short- and mid-term supplier quality strategies in partnership with Sourcing, Engineering, Manufacturing Quality, and Construction.
• Ensure compliance with supplier quality management system requirements, client specifications, applicable U.S. standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve supplier quality documentation, including Manufacturing Quality Plans (MQPs), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), procedures, test reports, and inspection records.
• Plan and conduct internal, supplier, and site quality audits.
• Support design and technical reviews with a focus on constructability, quality risk identification, mitigation planning, traceability, and lessons learned.
• Coordinate and/or perform factory inspections, supplier surveillance, and FAT witness activities for key equipment such as transformers, breakers, GIS, and protection systems.
• Manage supplier deviation requests, root cause analysis, CAPA, and cost of poor-quality recovery activities.
• Monitor and report key supplier quality metrics, including First Time Right, First Pass Yield, RCA completion, CAPA closure, aging, and supplier cost recovery.
• Support digitization, simplification, dashboard reporting, and continuous improvement of supplier quality processes.
• Ensure quality dossiers and related documentation are complete, accurate, and properly maintained.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Permissive time off (PTO)
• 10% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior