Regional Supplier Quality Engineer

Role Summary

Join us in shaping the future of supplier quality at Hitachi Energy in Sevlievo, Bulgaria.

We are looking for a candidate with a warm and collaborative personality who thrives in building strong relationships and clear communication with suppliers. This role requires expertise in high voltage products, with a strong technical background and hands-on experience in quality assurance and problem-solving within this field.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, sustainability, and operational excellence-collaborating closely with category teams, buyers, Q&OPEX, HSE, R&D, and suppliers to ensure world-class quality and compliance.

We value diversity and collaboration, ensuring everyone feels respected and included. Join us and make a difference! #diversity #genderequity #inclusion.

How you'll make an impact

• Support our Procurement HUB and Factory Team that we ensure a proper Qualified supplier base and by that help to ensure each supplier follows the Hitachi Energy Supplier Code of Conduct, ethics and corporate governance and sustainability requirements;
• Support the Supply Chain Management Organization and execute part qualifications (PPAP) according to defined requirements. Ensure that supplier understands our Hitachi requirements and executes the samples in accordance with our standards. Validate the results along with Quality Organization;
• Connected to PPAP work, help on developing our standards to next level and by that trigger and support Engineering and Product Care in setting up new delivery and test instructions;
• Conduct and ensure required Supplier Assessments in the PPAP phase and Audits as per Operation Unit demand. Verify effective closure of assessed non-conformances, by the supplier;
• Based on Performance Monitoring of On Quality Delivery (OQD), focus on issue resolution (Supplier Non-Conformance Management) along with suppliers. Visit the suppliers you are responsible for in a regular manner to help them to drive Quality Improvements;
• Operationally lead and fast execute upcoming supply issues like quality issues, late deliveries, non-conforming products or project services. For any issue with a likely root cause supplier, prepare a claims case for the buyer responsible.

Requirements

• Solid experience from Mechanical or Electrical Engineering & good knowledge on supplier quality management, including conducting audits or assessments;
• Familiarity with supplier qualification processes and standards, especially PPAP;
• Understanding procurement and supply chain operations in a manufacturing or industrial context;
• Knowledge of corporate governance, sustainability, and ethical compliance frameworks such as a Supplier Code of Conduct;
• Fluent Bulgarian and English;
• Be open to interdisciplinary teamwork with ability to lead operational issue resolutions involving suppliers and stakeholders;
• Strong problem-solving skills related to supplier non-conformance and quality issues (8D);
• Experience in monitoring supplier performance using KPIs and leading performance evaluations;
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly (approx. 40%) for supplier visits and quality improvement initiatives

within Europe.

• Capability to manage and execute special projects within quality or quality management domains.
• Favorably qualified as Green Belt, using lean 6s methods, statistical process control & P-FMEA methods.

Benefits

• 13th salary;
• Monthly food vouchers;
• Supplementary health insurance;
• Organized transport;
• Additional bonuses.

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! You will also be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external & internal regulations, procedures & guidelines.
• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today!
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About the Company

More About Us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully

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Competitive salary and incentives

Well-being and care

Paid and unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Benefits that support your financial security