Hybrid Supplier Quality Engineer

at Heath Consultants Incorporated

• Job title: Supplier Quality Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Houston, United States

About the role

• Supplier Quality Engineer at Heath Consultants ensuring high standards of product quality from suppliers. Collaborating with cross-functional teams on quality management and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Supplier Qualification – Manage the new supplier approval process, including quality system audits and capability assessments to ensure robust quality management systems.
• Technical Collaboration – Conduct drawing and specification reviews with suppliers, clarifying requirements and incorporating feedback to enhance manufacturability.
• Documentation & Compliance – Define and communicate all additional part requirements (e.g., certificates of compliance, inspection records) and ensure they are properly integrated into the incoming inspection process.
• First Article Evaluation – Coordinate and review first article inspections, driving root cause analysis and corrective action when nonconformances occur.
• Incoming Quality Control – Develop and maintain scalable incoming inspection processes (ranging from 100% inspection to skip-lot sampling) based on supplier performance.
• Defect Troubleshooting – Diagnose PCBA visual or functional defects and coordinate supplier-driven resolutions.
• Supplier Corrective Actions – Partner with suppliers to investigate and resolve quality issues; validate corrective actions for effectiveness.
• Performance Metrics & Reporting – Implement and maintain supplier quality metrics (PPM, responsiveness, etc.) and present performance scorecards on a regular basis.
• Supplier Training & Development – Provide training and resources to suppliers to ensure consistent understanding of part requirements, inspection standards, and testing methods.
• Continuous Improvement – Identify trends, analyze data, and drive proactive improvements in supplier quality processes and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred).
• Minimum 3 years in a Supplier Quality Engineering or related quality role.
• ISO 9001 Lead or Internal Auditor certification preferred.
• IPC 610, IPC 620, or IPC 7711/7721 certification preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification a plus.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience with quality tools (Control Plans, PFMEA, Gage R&R, Capability Studies, DOE, Control Charts, 8D).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and statistical analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems, Document Control, and Engineering Change Processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate across departments and with external partners.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• A collaborative and safety-driven culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• The chance to directly impact the reliability and safety of critical infrastructure