Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America Job ID: R0130286 Join Hitachi Energy and play a key role in delivering high‑quality, reliable products that power communities around the world. As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will help shape the performance and integrity of critical materials and components before they reach production. This dynamic role will influence the entire supplier lifecycle—from qualification and validation to continuous improvement—by tackling complex challenges, analyzing risks, and implementing proactive solutions that enhance product quality and supplier performance. Responsibilities Identify critical-to-quality components and assess risks using FMEA methodologies. Partner with suppliers to strengthen process controls and prevent quality issues. Lead resolution of supplier nonconformances and drive root‑cause solutions. Execute Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) to ensure consistent quality. Perform supplier audits and verify material compliance through inspections. Monitor supplier performance and analyze quality data trends. Collaborate cross‑functionally to support sourcing and quality strategies. Represent supplier insights to internal teams to improve specifications and outcomes. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field. 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or engineering environments. Experience in supplier quality or supplier development activities. Strong analytical skills with experience in FMEA, SPC, or root‑cause analysis. Knowledge of quality systems, standards, and continuous improvement methodologies. Effective communication skills and ability to influence across stakeholders. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.