Supplier Product Quality Development Engineer

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality monitoring during the product and process development phases for various suppliers.
• Perform risk assessments at the business award stage and follow up on supplier action plans.
• Formalize quality requirements, including Quality Specifications and SPQD plans, before business awards.
• Evaluate supplier maturity and robustness through the study of FMEA (AMDEC), control plans, and competency matrices.
• Conduct gate reviews (GO/NOGO) and First Article Inspections (FAI) at supplier sites.
• Manage the handover of technical files to the SQA department and report on activity progress.
• Drive continuous improvement programs and integrate lessons learned into new developments.
• Travel frequently to supplier sites (approximately 70% of the time), primarily within Europe.

Requirements

• Engineering degree or Master's degree in Quality, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in supplier quality, production management, or industrial engineering.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes (welding, machining, painting, heat treatment, etc.).
• Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA (AMDEC), 8D, problem-solving methods, and control plans.
• Fluency in English is mandatory to manage an international supplier panel.
• High level of autonomy, organization, and strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• IWE/IWT welding certifications.
• Knowledge of welding standards such as EN 15085 and ISO 3834.
• Experience with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods like ultrasonic, radiographic, or magnetic particle testing.
• Cofrend level certification.

About the Company

Alstom is a global leader in the transportation sector, providing a wide range of solutions including high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and tramways. With over 80,000 employees worldwide, we are committed to developing greener and smarter mobility solutions to connect cities and reduce carbon footprints.