Supplier Quality Engineer
Description
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.
We’re looking for a motivated Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team in Welland, ON. In this role, you’ll help ensure that components from our suppliers meet the highest quality standards, support continuous improvement efforts, and work closely with cross functional teams to solve problems and strengthen supplier relationships. Your work will directly support product reliability, customer satisfaction, and overall quality performance.
What You’ll Do
Support and monitor the quality performance of a diverse supplier base.
Help resolve supplier quality issues through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and timely problem solving.
Assist with managing deviations, rejects, reporting, and supplier improvement activities.
Participate in PPAP qualification activities to help introduce new components and suppliers smoothly.
Collaborate with Sourcing, Engineering, Operations, and other stakeholders to meet quality and performance goals.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and participate on Quality teams such as NPI, Tiger, etc. and other project groups.
Take part in our Continuous Improvement culture, including CI projects, RCAs, Q-Cases, and related activities.
What You’ll bring:
A technical degree (preferably Engineering) or an equivalent technical background.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments—supplier ‑facing experience in quality is a plus.
• Ability to contribute to change and support improvements in a fast paced, dynamic ‑business environment.
• Strong analytical skills, basic commercial awareness, and understanding of supplier ‑related practices.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, warehousing operations, and quality management systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across teams and regions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and general understanding of business finance.
• A proactive, problem ‑solving mindset with a focus on quality excellence and continuous improvement.
Additional Information
Location: Welland, ON
Travel: 30–40% globally to develop supplier relationships, conduct qualification audits, and support critical program activities.
Salary Range: $75,000 - $112,000, which will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.
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