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Process Quality Engineer-1
Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma)_Quality; LPB
- Type:
- Full Time
- Location(s):
- Schenectady NY US
- Date Posted:
- Salary:
- Job Posting Start Date:
- 2026-05-14
- Job Posting End Date:
- Job ID:
- R5041331
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Job Description
Incoming PQE combines strong technical expertise, supplier collaboration skills, and structured problem-solving capabilities to proactively improve supplier quality performance.
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
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering or Quality from an accredited university or college AND 2-3 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 offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.
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 $82,000.00 and $136,700.00. 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 candidate’s 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.