Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.


Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.


Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.


At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization's success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone's responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

As the Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be engaged in tasks related to current production, new product development, cost reduction projects, and supply chain optimizations. You will also plan, coordinate, and support engineering projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet performance and quality expectations. This role bridges technical execution with project coordination, requiring both engineering expertise and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams in the process of developing products and supporting production of currently released products.
• Perform robust supplier evaluation and audits to verify suppliers are qualified before selection for new business
• Assist procurement in the selection of the right supplier for each part.
• Review Engineering drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Communicate directly with suppliers and manage supplier quality relationships.
• Develop and implement actions to address poor performing suppliers.
• Directly support continuity of supply to production when supply chain concerns arise.
• Problem solving of complex issues.
• Engineering root cause analysis.
• Gain Functional knowledge of the commodities/processes served. (Commodities served by the team as a whole include aluminum diecasting's, cast iron, Rubber/Gaskets/Hoses, Steels, Plastics, Powdered metals, Electronics/wire harnesses, Fuel systems, Hardware, Stampings, etc...)

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
• 2+ years of experience in engineering, quality, or manufacturing related role.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles.
• Proficient in advanced problem-solving techniques. Six Sigma Black belt or Shainin Master certifications desired but not required.
• Global supplier audit experience and familiarity with multiple manufacturing technologies desired but not required.
• Advanced knowledge of spark ignited engines including carburation, electronic fuel injection and mechanical governing. desired but not required.
• Proficient knowledge of home energy products including gensets, controllers, transfer switches, and interface desired but not required
• Knowledge of GD&T Desired. Training will be provided if necessary.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, or equivalent required (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The Salary range for this position is $89,800.00-$114,100.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose-Creating an energy resilient world for a better future-and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity - Seek, learn, share

Trust - Go farther together

Pace - Focus to go faster

Excellence - Find the win every day