Process Quality Engineer-1

GE Vernova

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Schenectady, NY - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 82000 - 136700
Posted on: 13 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Description Summary

Incoming Process Quality Engineer focus on ensuring the quality of incoming materials and components safeguarding manufacturing processes and product integrity. This role is critical in driving supplier performance resolving quality issues and embedding a culture of Zero Defect and Built-In Quality across the supply base.
Incoming PQE combines strong technical expertise supplier collaboration skills and structured problem-solving capabilities to proactively improve supplier quality performance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Incoming Quality Management

  • Own and manage incoming material quality ensuring compliance with specifications and requirements.
  • Establish and optimize incoming inspection strategies including sampling plans and risk-based controls.
  • Drive containment actions for non-conforming materials to prevent disruption to manufacturing operations.
  • Partner with manufacturing teams to protect production flow and reduce quality escapes.

Supplier Quality Development

  • Serve as the primary quality interface for assigned suppliers.
  • Monitor supplier performance through KPIs such as PPM defects and responsiveness.
  • Lead supplier audits assessments and qualification activities.
  • Drive continuous improvement in supplier processes and capabilities.

Problem Solving & Corrective Action

  • Lead structured problem-solving activities (8D DMAIC Root Cause Analysis) for supplier-related issues.
  • Ensure timely implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  • Drive systemic fixes to prevent recurrence and reduce defect rates.

Zero Defect & Built-In Quality Deployment

  • Deploy Zero Defect framework principles across the supply chain.
  • Implement Built-In Quality (BIQ) practices focusing on prevention error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) and process capability.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to standardize quality systems and best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Sourcing Manufacturing Engineering and Logistics teams to improve end-to-end quality.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring supplier readiness and process qualification.
  • Provide quality input for supplier selection development and strategic sourcing decisions.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelors degree preferably in Engineering or Quality from an accredited university or college AND2-3 years of experience

      OR

      High School Diploma/ GED AND 6 years of experience

    Key Competencies

    • Analytical thinking and structured problem solving
    • Strong communication and supplier influencing skills
    • Customer-focused mindset (internal/external)
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
    • Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset

    Desired Characteristics

    • Experience with Zero Defect Lean Six Sigma or Built-In Quality frameworks.
    • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt).
    • Experience in manufacturing environments (e.g. industrial energy aerospace automotive).
    • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
    • Strong oral and written communication skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
    • Ability to document plan market and execute programs.

    Additional Information

    GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

    Relocation Assistance Provided: No

    For candidates applying to a U.S. based position the pay range for this position is between $82000.00 and $136700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110% 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience education and skill set.

    Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

    This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 14 2026.

    Available benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance adoption assistance paid parental leave disability benefits life insurance 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.

    GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually GE Vernova) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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