Supplier Quality Development Engineer (m/w/d) Mechanics and Welding

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put always People First. 

Who will you be working with?

You will be part of the Supplier Quality & Development (SQD) team, a group of quality professionals dedicated to ensuring that Wabtec’s global supplier base consistently meets the highest standards of manufacturing excellence. The team collaborates closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Product Line Quality, and Site Quality teams to drive continuous improvement and support reliable, high‑quality delivery across the supplier network.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Supplier Quality organization, you will be responsible for driving supplier performance and ensuring robust quality across your assigned commodity. In this role, you will assess, qualify, and develop suppliers to meet Wabtec’s standards, conduct audits and PPAP/FAI activities, and lead supplier issue resolution. You will partner closely with internal stakeholders and key suppliers to manage quality risks, execute development programs, and maintain compliance with technical, manufacturing, and regulatory requirements. Your work will directly support reliable production, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

What will your typical day look like?

• Ensure supplier quality for the assigned commodity.
• Perform supplier assessment and re‑assessment audits (generic and special processes) and track completion of corrective actions in accordance with Wabtec requirements.
• Manage PPAPs, including initial sample releases and First Article Inspections (FAIs), to support the release of new parts.
• Conduct supplier re‑qualification to maintain quality standards and support ongoing supplier development.
• Execute supplier development programs in collaboration with Engineering, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in Top Offender reviews, Quality Business Reviews (QBR), and Quality Quarterly Reviews (QQR) with key suppliers.
• Lead resolution of critical supplier issues (“Hot Issues”) in coordination with Product Line/Site Quality, Engineering, and Project Management.
• Ensure robust supplier root‑cause analysis and identify internal improvement opportunities as needed.
• Manage planning and execution of audits, QQR reviews, and worst‑performing supplier action plans for your commodity.
• Verify implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
• Support Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) recovery processes in partnership with Commodity Lead Buyers and Site/Product Line teams.
• Provide regular updates and reports on the status of critical supplier issues to the SQD Responsible.
• Travel to supplier sites and Wabtec locations as required (up to 30%); role may be remote or hybrid.

What do we want to know about you?

• 2+ years of experience as a Quality Engineer.
• Hands‑on expertise in CNC cutting, bending, milling, brake press operations, fabrication, and/or testing & validation.
• Extensive manufacturing experience with mechanical systems, fabrication processes, welding, and assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including welding schematics.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills; ability to maintain accurate records and support reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with design principles for railway products, systems, and operating environments.
• Experience with welding processes (TIG, MIG, arc), cutting, grinding, drilling, and assembling components into prototypes, fixtures, or final assemblies. Experience with EN 15085 is preferred.
• Knowledge of assessment methodologies and experience performing internal/external audits (ISO 19011, ISO 9001).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage workload independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time to supplier sites and Wabtec locations.
• Legal authorization to work in the EU (no visa sponsorship available).

We offer:

• Collective wage agreement pay
• Permanent employment
• Vacation pay
• Christmas bonus
• Contribution to capital-forming benefits
• Company pension plan
• 30 days of vacation per calendar year
• Company cafeteria available
• Lease a job bike
• Subsidy for the Germany Ticket
• Further education opportunities

 

Legal authorization to work in the European Union is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalized agreement with Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third‑party recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe a fee for any candidate submitted to our applicant tracking system who is subsequently hired.

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What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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