Supplier Quality Development Manager

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.

More than a job: a mission

Join us in Hornell, NY (other alternative locations: Pittsburgh, PA, Plattsburgh, NY ) as a Supplier Quality Development Manager and help ensure the reliability and safety of rail systems that connect communities. Your expertise will directly impact the quality of journeys and the trust millions place in our solutions every day.

Your role, Your impact

• Lead supplier quality development activities for fiber reinforced plastics (FRP) and related commodities.
• Collaborate with industrial and design teams to ensure robust quality standards at industrial sites.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel 40-60% of the time to supplier sites, ensuring on-site quality and compliance.
• Support pre-screening and interview processes by identifying key technical and process requirements.

You'll work with sharp, committed teams across engineering, operations, and design — solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility. As Supplier Quality Development Manager, you will be the bridge between suppliers and Alstom’s engineering excellence.

What you bring

• Degree in materials, mechanical, industrial engineering, with strong knowledge of FRP (fiber reinforced plastics) processes.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in supplier quality, materials, or mechanical engineering roles. 
• Hands-on experience  in metrology, quality inspection, GD&T, 3D CAD (CATIA/NX/Creo/SolidWorks), PFMEA, Control Plans, FAI, MSA, GR&R, SPC, and FRP composite inspection/process methodologies.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, drive issues from start to finish, and demonstrate self-accountability.
• Strong team collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel 40-60% of the time to supplier sites (North America).

How success is measured

• Achievement of supplier quality targets and reduction of non-conformities.
• Effective execution of supplier audits and implementation of corrective actions.
• Timely and impactful support to project and operational teams.

Alstom, a great place to grow

• Hybrid work model with opportunities for travel and on-site engagement.
• Competitive compensation and potential relocation support for the right candidate.
• Access to a global network of experts and ongoing professional development.

Base Salary Range

In accordance with New York State law, the anticipated salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 . The actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, and qualifications. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include bonuses, incentive pay, or other forms of compensation.

Here, progress isn't always easy — the scale is massive, the tasks are complex — but the impact is real.

Because when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects — that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

Job Type:​Experienced​