Supplier Product Quality Development Engineer (SPQD Engineer)

Req ID : 502995

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Scope :

SPQD : Drive on-cycle project supplier quality activities for designated commodities for all projects delivered in the country / cluster.

SPQD Hub : Serve all projects worldwide for suppliers managed in hub mode.

Quality activities during of Supplier Product / Process development :

• Monitor quality during the development phase of the supplier's product / process and ensure compliance with Alstom requirements
• Deliver project quality activities for critical purchased parts for his / her commodity from the release of the first Supplier Part List till the obtention of a positive First Article Inspection (FAI
• with Go status) : define & deploy the Part Approval Process / Supplier Product Quality Development cycle, contribute to all DFQ
• milestones for the purchased part (descending and mounting phases of the V-cycle).
• Perform supplier quality risk assessments at Business award stage.
• Ensure with the project team that Quality Alstom requirements are respected by the supplier before the “Go Order” milestone (Quality Specification and SPQD Plan clause by clause).
• Is accountable for operational delivery of the validation of the industrial capability of the manufacturing process of the supplier (out of scope : validation of product under the responsibility of engineering + industrial capacity).
• Is responsible of the Go / NoGo decision for “Go Production”, “Go for First Train Validation” and “FAI”, relying on inputs from Engineering for the product validation.
• Prepare and perform customer FAI when requested.
• Follow-up of the supplier deliverables through the dedicated portal : Supplier Quality Portal (SQP).
• Follow-up of supplier action plans; Supplier Quality Status (SQS). Drive supplier to meet FAI Go On Time target.
• Perform handover to Supplier Quality Serial Life (after FAI Go + first 3 successful deliveries)
• Trigger the supplier escalation process when SPQD deliverables are at risks & animate problem solving.
• Evaluate the maturity level of the supplier through the study of FMEA’s, control plan, skills matrix, work instructions, etc…
• Deliver audits / assessments of suppliers in case they are not part of the Priority list when needed (when SPQD is recognized as a qualified auditor).
• Contribute to the solving of critical non-conformities and issues with suppliers, including warranty issues when escalated. In charge of Non Conformity problem solving until FAI Go and handover performed.
• In charge of preparing the first deliveries requirements for incoming inspection

Management performances and reporting :

Contribute to continuous improvement program

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Educational Requirements Describe the minimum educational requirement / level

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Competencies & Skills Describe the needed skills (technical & behavioral)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type : ​Experienced​

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