Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

Quality Waukesha, Wisconsin


Beschreibung

About INNIO Group:
INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. 
 
INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward

The Lead Supplier Quality Engineer lays a key role in ensuring exceptional product quality, regulatory compliance, and optimized cost of quality across INNIO’s supply base. In this role, you will serve as the technical point of contact for supplier-related quality initiatives, driving improved process control, defect prevention, and strong collaboration between INNIO and its suppliers.

What you’ll do:

  • Manage supply base focused on engineered systems
  • Serve as the primary technical interface between suppliers and INNIO’s internal teams, collaborating closely with Sourcing,
  • Conduct supplier audits and ensure that suppliers comply with quality procedures, standards and technical regulations
  • Lead qualification activities for new parts and new suppliers with an emphasis on defect prevention and robust manufacturing processes.
  • Drive reduction of defects and cost of quality through rootcause analysis, corrective actions, and disposition of supplier deviations and nonconformities.
  • Lead supplier development initiatives, partnering with suppliers to implement continuous improvement projects and providing quality input for supplier scorecards.

 

What you’ll have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, preferably engineering, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in supplier quality or manufacturing quality within an industrial environment.
  • Strong communication, problemsolving, and project management skills with the ability to work across functions and global regions.
  • A proactive, independent work style with the ability to respond quickly and adapt to changing priorities.

 

Additional Details:

 

  • Location: Waukesha, WI
  • Travel: Up to 40% - primarily in the United States
  • Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.

 

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INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.