Principal Supplier Quality Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company

. Lead teams in complex supplier program development, oversight, and quality verification activities .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesLead💰 $103,200 - $129,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier quality management, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance for nuclear-grade products, while effectively leading teams and mentoring engineers to resolve complex quality issues.

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Supplier Quality ManagementQuality AssuranceNQA-1 Certified Lead AuditorTechnical Drawing InterpretationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Quality EngineeringSupplier Program DevelopmentQuality VerificationRisk AssessmentAnalytical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

NQA-1 Certified Lead Auditor

Industry Keywords

Nuclear SafetyASME RequirementsQuality Management SystemsProcurement RequirementsDesign Integrity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead teams in complex supplier program development, oversight, and quality verification activities
Support technical and quality evaluations of suppliers for nuclear-grade products
Lead resolution of complex supplier quality problems
Provide specialized quality engineering expertise and subject-matter knowledge
Resolve supplier quality issues to improve design integrity, material performance, and code compliance
Perform independent verification activities and assess supplier quality management systems
Implement and sustain supplier quality management systems
Ensure supplied items, materials, and services meet quality assurance, regulatory, customer, nuclear safety-related, and augmented safety requirements
Partner with Engineering, Procurement, QA, and Project teams
Create certification documents identifying procurement requirements met by purchased materials or equipment
Lead global supply-base assessments for regulatory, ASME, and Westinghouse requirements
Mentor less experienced engineers and provide leadership by example
Contribute independently and collaboratively to complex project or process solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering
8+ years of related experience
Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
Ability to explain QA procedures to internal personnel, external customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and licensees
Demonstrated ability to use a structured, analytical questioning approach to assess risks, develop solutions, and prioritize work
Commitment to personal, industrial, and nuclear safety
NQA-1 Certified Lead Auditor certification is desirable
Ability to travel 40–50%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical benefits, potentially including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
Wellness programs, including Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members
401(k) with company match contributions
Paid vacations and company holidays
Flexible work arrangements
Educational reimbursement and comprehensive career programs
Global recognition and service programs
Employee referral program