Lead Electrical Engineer - Supplier Quality

Job Description SummaryDrive quality for assigned suppliers, including quality plan implementation. Select suppliers through qualification processes. Own supplier results, drive improvements utilizing supplier scorecards. Own supplier audits, ensuring compliance, and driving improvement plans where needed. In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.Job DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesOwn Supplier Quality End-to-End — Lead both Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) and Supplier Quality Development (SQD) activities for assigned suppliers, ensuring alignment with GE Vernova's standards of excellenceDrive Supplier Qualification — Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers through structured qualification processes; develop and manage action plans to close gapsLead Supplier Audits — Plan and execute supplier audits, ensuring compliance with applicable industrial and regulatory standards; develop improvement plans where deficiencies are identifiedMonitor & Improve Supplier Performance — Own supplier scorecards and performance data; drive data-driven improvement initiatives using APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, COPQ, corrective action (CAPA), and continuous improvement methodologiesChampion Problem-Solving — Apply root cause analysis and structured problem-solving (8D, 5-Why) to resolve supplier quality issues and prevent recurrenceCollaborate Cross-Functionally — Work closely with engineering, procurement, and operations teams to align quality strategy with business goals; provide informal mentorship to junior team membersSupport Supply Chain Build-Out — Play a foundational role in developing the North American BESS supply chain; engage with suppliers across the US, India, and Asia (especially in early tenure)Translate Technical Knowledge — Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards to assess supplier capability and manage vendor performanceIncludes both Supplier Quality Assurance and Supplier Quality Development. Includes supplier qualifications, action plans, audits, performance monitoring, and assisting key suppliers towards industrial standards of excellence.Impacts projects, processes and procedures in own field. The role operates with some autonomy, but is focused on execution of activities/provision of advice within an enabling discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Activities require professional judgment, but may require more senior levels of guidance.Utilizes technical expertise and judgement to solve problems. Leverages technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.Required QualificationsFor roles in USA - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).Desired CharacteristicsExperience in battery technology supply chains — particularly from automotive EV/battery, wind, power electronics, or energy storage sectorsHands‑on proficiency with quality methodologies: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, COPQ, ISO 9001, CAPA, 8D, or equivalentFamiliarity with engineering drawings and technical specifications relevant to electrical/mechanical componentsExperience conducting supplier audits and assessmentsBackground with supplier scorecards and performance management systemsIs proactive and self‑driven — You identify what needs to be done and you move. You push the team forward; you don't wait to be pushed.Takes ownership — You treat your supplier portfolio like your own business and hold yourself accountable for results.Communicates with confidence — You can translate complex technical information clearly to internal stakeholders and external suppliers alike.Thrives in ambiguity — This is a growth market being actively built. You're energized by that, not intimidated.Has a continuous improvement mindset — You see every supplier issue as an opportunity to build something stronger.Location: Findlay Township, PA (Primary)Travel: Approximately 30% — primarily domestic (PA, MI, IL, Sun Belt region) with some international travel to Asia (China, India) during the initial onboarding phase as you learn our global supplier baseRelocation: Negotiable for the right candidateSponsorship: Not available for this positionBenefitsAvailable 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.CompensationFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $82,900.00 and $138,200.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. Specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.Employment Eligibility and PoliciesGE 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 AssistanceRelocation Assistance Provided: YesEqual Opportunity StatementGE Vernova is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr