SQE-Blades & Vanes Casting

A Snapshot of Your Day Siemens Energy's purchasing volume for gas turbine casting components from suppliers in China is growing fast. As our Resident Supplier Quality Engineer, you are the local quality representative of Siemens Energy at our BV (Blades & Vanes) casting suppliers in China. You spend much of your day on the supplier's shop floor. You witness and perform product inspections, review NDT and dimensional results, and make sure that every part released to Siemens Energy meets specification. When deviations occur, you lead containment, push for the true root cause and follow corrective actions until they are proven effective. You work closely with supplier quality, engineering and procurement colleagues in Germany and China, and with the suppliers' engineering, quality and operations teams. How You'll Make An Impact
• Plan and carry out source inspections and witness points at BV casting suppliers in China according to Siemens Energy specifications, inspection plans and MQCP.
• Perform or witness inspections such as visual testing (VT), fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI), X-ray film review, air-flow testing, wall thickness measurement, etc..
• Review supplier inspection records and quality documents (e.g. certificates, NDT and dimensional reports) before release, and report deviations clearly in technical terms.
• Support first-set inspections after PPQ and the transition of qualified parts to supplier self-release.
• Lead containment of supplier non-conformances and drive root cause analysis with structured methods (8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, FMEA).
• Define, follow up and verify corrective and preventive actions until they are effective and sustained; manage QN / 8D closure and support Technical Review Meetings (TRM).
• Lead regular supplier performance reviews with supplier engineering, quality and operations teams, and drive continuous improvement through process audits and process reviews.
• Act as the local link between suppliers and BV Supplier Quality, Engineering and Procurement, with transparent status reporting. What You Bring
• Bachelor's degree or above in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Manufacturing / Quality Engineering or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of experience in supplier quality, quality engineering or manufacturing, with a clear focus on castings; investment castings for turbine blades / vanes are a strong plus.
• Hands-on experience with casting inspection methods such as VT, FPI and radiographic film review, and an understanding of air-flow testing for cooled components.
• NDT certification to ISO 9712 (or equivalent) at Level II or higher in PT and/or RT is preferred; VT certification is a plus.
• Sound knowledge of root cause analysis and quality / risk management methods (8D, 5 Why, FMEA, process audit), and the ability to read drawings, specifications and inspection plans.
• Knowledge of casting-related special processes (e.g. heat treatment, HIP, coating, machining, weld repair) and experience with gas turbine hot gas path components, aerospace or energy industry are preferred.
• Business-fluent English and native-level Chinese; strong communication skills and confidence working with international teams and suppliers.
• Self-driven, hands-on and able to work independently on supplier sites; willing to travel within China and occasionally abroad. Who is Siemens Energy? At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With over 100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one-sixth of the world’s electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Our Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion, and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character—no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences. Rewards/Benefits
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Access to brand new technology and resources
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Employee recognition programs and awards