Supply Quality Engineer

The Opportunity We are looking for a collaborative and relationship-oriented Supply Quality Engineer who excels at building strong partnerships and maintaining clear, effective communication with suppliers. This role requires solid expertise in high-voltage products, supported by a steady technical foundation and hands-on experience in quality assurance and prolem-solving within this field. This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, sustainability, and operational excel-lence. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with category teams, buyers, Q&OPEX, HSE, R&D, and suppliers to ensure world-class quality and compliance. How you’ll make an impact Support the Procurement HUB and Factory Team in maintaining a qualified supplier base and ensuring compliance with the Hitachi Energy Supplier Code of Conduct, including ethics, governance, and sustaina-bility requirements. Execute part qualifications (PPAP) according to defined standards, ensuring suppliers meet requirements and validating results together with the Quality Organization. Drive continuous improvement of PPAP standards by supporting Engineering and Product Care in develop-ing updated delivery and testing instructions. Perform supplier assessments and audits, ensuring timely and effective closure of non-conformances. Monitor supplier performance (OQD) and lead issue resolution through Supplier Non-Conformance Man-agement, including regular supplier engagement and visits. Take ownership of urgent supply issues and support claims handling in coordination with buyers when supplier-related root causes are identified. Your background Solid background in mechanical or electrical engineering, with experience in supplier quality management, including audits and assessments. Familiarity with supplier qualification processes and standards, particularly PPAP. Good understanding of procurement and supply chain operations in a manufacturing or industrial environ-ment. Knowledge of corporate governance, sustainability, and ethical compliance frameworks (e.g., Supplier Code of Conduct). Solid collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and lead supplier-related issue resolu-tion. Proven problem-solving capabilities in handling supplier non-conformances using structured methods (e.g., 8D). Experience in monitoring supplier performance using KPIs and driving performance improvements. Willingness to travel regularly (approx. 40%) within Sweden and Europe; Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt), SPC, P-FMEA knowledge, and fluency in Swedish and English are a plus. What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working hours Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout the onboarding phase Various training and education supporting employee development Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden Supplementary compensation for parental leave Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and benefits More about us Join Hitachi Energy and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis – apply today! Recruiting Manager Christian Ries, christian.ries@hitachienergy.com will answer your questions about the posi-tion. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson, +46 107 38 25 17; Unionen: Michael Fosselius, +46 107 38 46 19; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Kevin Galloway, Kevin.Galloway@hitachienergy.com