Supplier Quality Engineer

About The Voith Group
The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5,2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

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Supplier Quality Engineer (m/f/d)
Job ID 76863| Location Bucharest

About The Job
A Snapshot of Your Day
As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will ensure that only quality-capable suppliers are integrated into the Voith Hydro supply chain, contributing to the development of a reliable and cost-efficient supplier base. You will oversee supplier approval, evaluation, and continuous improvement, supporting both quality assurance and process optimization initiatives.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Qualify and approve suppliers through audits and continuous development in line with Voith Hydro requirements.
• Ensure implementation of preventive quality actions at suppliers.
• Support and follow up on supplier preventive quality activities (e.g., PFMEAs).
• Evaluate, release, or block suppliers based on performance and defined criteria; initiate supplier blocking processes when required.
• Manage and monitor supplier performance using defined KPIs and drive improvement measures.
• Track supplier certifications and ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Support and drive cost optimization initiatives (e.g., OPEX, Lean projects).
• Contribute to sourcing strategies and schedules, ensuring quality requirements are fully integrated.
• Participate in key supplier meetings (e.g., Kick-off Meetings) to provide quality-related input.
• Conduct process audits and verifications at supplier sites to confirm quality integration and compliance.
• Plan and coordinate inspections and FATs at supplier facilities; report inspection results to Project Quality Engineers.
• Capture and implement lessons learned (both positive and negative) within the management system.
• Collaborate with Supplier Development and Purchasing teams on supplier identification and order management from a quality perspective.
• Support additional Quality Department tasks and priorities as defined by the Supplier Quality Manager, Head of Quality, or Voith Hydro Quality leadership.

What You Bring

• Availability for frequent business travel (approx. 70% of the time).
• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, or equivalent).
• Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration (desirable).
• Proven experience in Quality Management, Quality Engineering, or Supplier Quality Management.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience, including exposure to Manufacturing, Logistics, Engineering, or Purchasing processes.
• Auditor qualification according to ISO 9001 (Lead Auditor certification is an advantage).
• Qualification in electrical, dimensional, and NDT testing.
• Knowledge of key processing technologies (e.g., casting, forging, machining, fabrication, assembly, welding, or others).
• Practical experience with IT tools such as SAP, SharePoint, MS Office, and database tracking systems.
• Familiarity with Lean Management principles (an advantage).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive results.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are an asset.
• A results-oriented, pragmatic, and customer-focused mindset with strong problem-solving ability.

About The Team
Voith Hydro is committed to delivering innovative solutions for the hydropower industry. Our international team collaborates closely to develop sustainable technologies that support the global energy transition.

Who We Are
Voith Hydro is part of the Voith Group, a global leader in industrial technology with over 150 years of expertise. We specialize in turbines, generators, and automation systems for hydropower plants. Our mission is to drive renewable energy development and reduce carbon emissions through cutting-edge solutions.

Our Commitment to Diversity
At Voith Hydro, diversity is our strength. We embrace inclusion and value the creativity that comes from multicultural teams. We celebrate individuality—regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability—and are committed to energizing society without discrimination.

What We Have For You
We offer you an international working environment with an open and inclusive company culture. In addition, you can expect flexible working models, sustainable development opportunities for your career as well as health and well-being.