Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Quality EngineerJoin us as a Supplier Quality Engineer and become the technical expert who ensures our supply chain delivers excellence. You'll lead quality operations, solve complex supplier challenges, and drive measurable improvements that impact our customers. What will you do? Own corrective action processes with suppliers, including 8D follow-up, root cause validation, and implementation of permanent solutions. Ensure strong execution of containment, correction and mitigation plans with clear timelines and accountability. Coordinate RMA processes and supplier return authorizations to avoid excess quarantine inventory and operational delays. Monitor and manage supplier-related quarantined material, ensuring no aging beyond acceptable limits and quick disposition. Perform PPAP approvals, including documentation review and dimensional validations to ensure supplier readiness. Track and document supplier quality issues, maintaining clear records and driving closure with urgency and ownership. Build strong relationships with plant teams, maintaining close communication with production and quality to ensure fast decision-making and alignment. Continuously assess supplier performance and drive improvements in material quality and process stability.What are the key skills we are looking for? Supplier Quality Management – strong level; managing supplier performance in high-pressure manufacturing environments Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis – strong level; driving 8D, containment and corrective actions to closure Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) – advanced level; validating supplier capability and documentation Urgency and Accountability – strong level; acting quickly, owning outcomes, and delivering results under pressure Communication and Collaboration – strong level; working effectively with suppliers and plant teams Statistical and Quality Tools – strong level; applying PFMEA, control plans, and basic statistical analysis Auditing – intermediate level; evaluating supplier processes and quality systemsWhat qualifications will make you successful? Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field Professional experience in supplier quality or quality function Manufacturing process knowledge, mainly for mechanical components Good knowledge of 8Ds, Problem solving tools, PPAP, QMS, Auditing Expertise in using MS office (Particularly excel extract, pivot table etc) Strong Communication and ability to influence skills Able to work in matrix organization Eager to learn, adapt and be flexibleBring your quality expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you — apply now! At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker. For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 54,400 - USD 81,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today! €40 billion global revenue +9% organic growth 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries