GSI Portfolio Quality Leader

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of project quality engineers, including setting direction, planning & assigning workload, and supporting customer interfaces
• Responsible for centralized quality assurance and control activities for a given project or group of projects during Inquiry to Order (ITO) and Order to Remittance (OTR).
• Develop in-depth knowledge of technical discipline. Use prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
• Use some level of judgment and have ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Use prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
• Provide guidance to new team members and train on project & business level processes and tools
• Assist project managers in quality related matters; Ensure interface coordination between all stakeholders during ITO and OTR Project Life Cycle Phases
• Develop and ensure Project Quality Plan and Inspection & Test Plan requirements are identified and complied with, including during ITO, OTR, and on project construction site & at supplier manufacturing sites (at different stages)
• Follow-up on Project Key Indicators, set up action plans to be on track and sustain on track in case of deviations
• Manage non-conformity for the project, including coordination with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal partners as well as managing continuous improvement and Lessons Learned for the project and functional responsibilities
• Perform RCA and Non-conformance management, including 8D and other tools such as Problem-Solving Reports, DMAIC, 5 why, fishbone, pareto methods
• Manage Customer complaints until full resolution; Manage Customer surveys including driving and implement improvement plans
• Participate in Project Reviews including Engineering and Procurement gate reviews, as well as risk mitigation discussions
• Support auditing and surveillance of subcontractor & supplier activities, managing onsite audits (project site & supplier sites), validation of quality plans from suppliers, and conducting project & process audits
• Develop and deliver quality related training and tools; become the Subject Matter Expert for designated equipment and quality tools / processes

Required Qualification:

• Degree in Engineering discipline: Electrical Engineering (preferred), Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering or equivalent
• 5–10+ years in quality engineering within High-voltage substations or transmission & distribution projects
• Experience in EPC or large infrastructure projects in the U.S.
• Strong exposure to FAT/SAT and Field construction quality
• Familiar with applicable standards: IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NEMA
• 5+ years of Experience in managing and developing people as well as setting goals
• Tools: Dashboards, NCR/CAPA systems, Inspection and test planning, Root cause analysis tools such as 8D, DMAIC, Fishbone, 5 Why
• Project Management Experience
• ASQ or PMI Certification – PMP, CPSQ, CQE, CMQ/OE
• Familiarity with Blueprint – Engineering Drawing, Schematics, One-Line Diagrams
• Technical and/or Equipment Experience such as transformers, switchgear, control panels, prefabricated / control buildings, welding, cabling, fabrication
• Good communicator and influencer
• Quality Tools Experience – Basic and Advanced
• Travel Requirements up to 75%
• Language Requirement: English is a must
• Ability to drive and have a valid driver’s license

Desired:

• Experience in leading quality activities in EPC Projects
• Knowledge and experience of ISO9001 Standards and auditing
• Data Analysis – Paretos and Dashboards
• IT tool skills - Microsoft office, PowerBI, document control systems, non-conformance management systems, SAP, or similar

Physical Demands:

• Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. hot and/or cold
• Ability to climb ladders and stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing when required
• Comfortable working around large, and energized equip

The base pay range for this position is $118,000.00 - 197,100.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 15% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. ​

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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