Location:South Boston, Virginia, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0101068Date Posted:2026-01-19Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div>The OpportunityStep into a high-impact role where you’ll shape the quality, reliability, and performance of a global supply base that fuels innovation at Hitachi Energy. In this leadership opportunity, you’ll guide a team of talented supplier quality professionals, elevate supplier capabilities, and drive excellence across a dynamic, technology‑driven environment.You’ll influence strategy, strengthen partnerships, and ensure the materials and components powering our solutions meet the highest standards. If you’re energized by developing people, solving complex challenges, and building resilient, high-quality supply chains, this role offers the ideal stage to make your mark.Join a team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and bold thinking—where your contributions fuel progress and enable sustainable energy solutions for customers around the world.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing supplier quality team.</li><li>Drive the supplier quality strategy and align processes with global standards.</li><li>Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and comprehensive risk assessments.</li><li>Monitor supplier KPIs and lead effective root-cause and corrective actions.</li><li>Identify and mitigate supply chain quality risks.</li><li>Collaborate closely with R&amp;D, Procurement, Production, and other partners.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.</li><li>Present supplier performance insights to senior leaders and engage directly with suppliers.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field; Master’s degree a plus.</li><li>8–10 years of experience in supplier quality or quality engineering.</li><li>3–5 years of leadership experience managing quality-focused teams.</li><li>Certifications (Preferred): ASQ Certifications (e.g., Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)).</li><li>Strong knowledge of QMS standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485).</li><li>Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, 8D, Lean Six Sigma.</li><li>Ability to travel 25–35% domestically and internationally.</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>Hitachi Energy is committed to advancing a sustainable energy future, supported by an inclusive, purpose‑driven culture.</li><li>We offer global career mobility, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow your expertise.</li><li>You’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development at every stage of your journey.</li></ul></div>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website.  Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Supplier Quality Management Team Leader

Location:South Boston, Virginia, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0101068Date Posted:2026-01-19Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div>The OpportunityStep into a high-impact role where you’ll shape the quality, reliability, and performance of a global supply base that fuels innovation at Hitachi Energy. In this leadership opportunity, you’ll guide a team of talented supplier quality professionals, elevate supplier capabilities, and drive excellence across a dynamic, technology‑driven environment.You’ll influence strategy, strengthen partnerships, and ensure the materials and components powering our solutions meet the highest standards. If you’re energized by developing people, solving complex challenges, and building resilient, high-quality supply chains, this role offers the ideal stage to make your mark.Join a team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and bold thinking—where your contributions fuel progress and enable sustainable energy solutions for customers around the world.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing supplier quality team.</li><li>Drive the supplier quality strategy and align processes with global standards.</li><li>Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and comprehensive risk assessments.</li><li>Monitor supplier KPIs and lead effective root-cause and corrective actions.</li><li>Identify and mitigate supply chain quality risks.</li><li>Collaborate closely with R&amp;D, Procurement, Production, and other partners.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.</li><li>Present supplier performance insights to senior leaders and engage directly with suppliers.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field; Master’s degree a plus.</li><li>8–10 years of experience in supplier quality or quality engineering.</li><li>3–5 years of leadership experience managing quality-focused teams.</li><li>Certifications (Preferred): ASQ Certifications (e.g., Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)).</li><li>Strong knowledge of QMS standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 13485).</li><li>Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, APQP, 8D, Lean Six Sigma.</li><li>Ability to travel 25–35% domestically and internationally.</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>Hitachi Energy is committed to advancing a sustainable energy future, supported by an inclusive, purpose‑driven culture.</li><li>We offer global career mobility, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow your expertise.</li><li>You’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal development at every stage of your journey.</li></ul></div>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. &nbsp;Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

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