Alstom Power Inc

Supplier Product Quality Development Engineer (SPQD Engineer)

Alstom Power Inc$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing, quality, or project roles.
  • Familiarity with supplier qualification standards (ISO, ASME, IRIS).
  • Ability to interpret technical documentation and supplier contracts.
  • Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.
  • Fluent in French & English.

Responsibilities

  • Lead supplier quality activities for designated commodities across projects.
  • Monitor and validate supplier product/process development against Alstom standards.
  • Define and deploy the Part Approval Process and SPQD cycle.
  • Conduct supplier risk assessments and ensure compliance before 'Go Order.'
  • Make Go/No-Go decisions for production and FAI milestones.
  • Coordinate customer FAI when required.
  • Track supplier deliverables via the Supplier Quality Portal (SQP).

Benefits

  • Diverse work environment that values inclusion and equality.
  • Opportunity to contribute to greener and smarter mobility solutions worldwide.
  • Chance to work with an industry leader in transport networks.
Full Job Description
Req ID:497597

Could you be the full-time SPQD Engineer in Saint-Bruno we're looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your supplier quality and process development expertise in a cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside proactive and collaborative teammates.

You'll ensure that supplier product and process developments meet contract and quality requirements for purchased parts. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (engineering, procurement, and project management), oversee supplier quality activities, and much more.

You'll specifically take care of monitoring and validating supplier product/process development against Alstom standards, but also coordinate First Article Inspections (FAI) and support the resolution of non-conformities.

We'll look to you for:
  • Leading supplier quality activities for designated commodities across projects
  • Defining and deploying the Part Approval Process and SPQD cycle
  • Conducting supplier risk assessments and ensuring compliance before "Go Order"
  • Making Go/No-Go decisions for production and FAI milestones
  • Tracking supplier deliverables via the Supplier Quality Portal (SQP)
  • Driving suppliers to meet FAI Go On Time targets and escalating issues when needed
  • Evaluating supplier maturity, including FMEA, control plans, and work instructions
  • Preparing incoming inspection requirements for first deliveries
  • Reporting regularly on project quality status and contributing to continuous improvement (REX, APSYS)


All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
  • Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in manufacturing, quality, or project roles
  • Familiarity with supplier qualification standards (ISO, ASME, IRIS)
  • Ability to interpret technical documentation and supplier contracts
  • Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems
  • Fluency in French and English
  • Expertise in supplier quality processes (development & execution)
  • Knowledge in FRP materials and processes, including mechanical properties, thermal performance, and aging characteristics of FRP in interior applications
  • Experience with surface finish and bonding techniques, such as gel coat applications, surface preparation, and adhesive bonding
  • Familiarity with tooling and mold validation for FRP production
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
  • Knowledge of quality tools (PFMEA, control plans, QRQC, 8D, etc.)


Things you'll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:
  • Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
  • Work with new security standards for rail signalling
  • Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
  • Contribute to innovative projects
  • Utilise our dynamic and flexible working environment
  • Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
  • Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
  • Progress towards leadership or technical expert roles
  • Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)


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!

Bilingualism

Proficiency in French and English is required. Knowledge of a third language is considered an asset when working with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and customers. In Quebec, French remains the primary working language of our company.

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!

About Alstom Power Inc

Alstom Power Inc. is a provider of power generation equipment and services for the energy industry. The company offers a range of products and services, including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, and environmental control systems. Alstom Power Inc. is a subsidiary of Alstom SA, a French multinational company that specializes in the production of transport and energy infrastructure. The company was founded in 1928 and is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut. Alstom Power Inc. has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, and serves customers in the power generation, transmission, and distribution sectors.
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