Supplier Quality Engineer - Castings & Bearings Leça do Balio

Supplier Quality Engineer - Castings & Bearings

Are you interested in improving the world in a positive way? We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in Vestas MED region.

The key task is the strategic and operational development of key suppliers in South Europe, Turkey, Middle East & Africa region by performing site audits, supplier assessments and leading QSE improvement projects to enforce high supplier performance, zero incidents and reduce the number of
- conformities.

Responsibilities

• Deploy the Vestas Quality, Safety and Environment Strategy towards external suppliers
• Responsible for supplier lifecycle management for a given commodity, on behalf and in compliance with regional & global strategy
• Execute new market entry strategy & new supplier onboarding, securing only capable suppliers to become part of Vestas' supply base
• Deploy APQP4Wind framework for part qualification, ensuring that only capable suppliers are approved
• Conduct Supplier Business Review Meetings with
  - functional participation
• Identify the systemic issues & implement the supplier development plan using the quality toolbox
• Deploy a continuous improvement mindset/framework to secure supplier maturity

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering discipline (Casting, Metallurgy, Material or Mechanical) or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role/relevant industry background: Casting or Metallurgy
• Green Belt Six Sigma qualification is beneficial
• Certified VDA 6. 3 auditor or for ISO9001, ISO14001 & OHSAS 18001
• Experienced or certified in APQP framework
• NDT certifications (VT, UT, PT, RT)
• Relevant commodity acumen with certifications (casting knowledge mandatory)
• Adept project management skills with the ability to manage complex development projects across the organization
• Proficient in data analytics and adept
  - solving skills, having the ability to identify and deliver actionable solutions to complex problems
• Good communication skills, oral and written, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders within an international, evolving &
  - functional environment
• Organized personality, proficient learning & critical thinking skills.
• Full proficiency in English

What we offer

You will join a team of motivated and
- oriented colleagues with the mindset to be a part of the climate change solution, by bringing exponential and commercial impact to Vestas's wind power solutions.

We value collaboration, simplicity, and accountability, together with motivation and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions.

Additional information

This is a hybrid position based in Porto, Portugal or Madrid, Spain. This position requires 30% travel, primarily involving short trips, up to one week at a time.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely on professional experience, education, and relevant skills.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion.