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Principle Supplier Performance Engineer (Nivelles, BE) @ Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Nivelles, Wallonia, BEOnsiteFull-time
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<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Welcome to the future of nuclear energy</strong>, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Job Responsibilities</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%;color:#525252">Supplier Oversight:</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Perform on-site and remote supplier oversight to ensure Westinghouse technical and quality requirements are achieved</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Develop and implement Supplier Oversight Plans to drive on-time completion of critical document submittals, manufacturing activities, surveillance (witness and hold) points, inspections, and tests and ensure vendor compliance with critical requirements</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Coordinate activities of Westinghouse functions responsible for driving supplier performance including Supply Chain (buyers and category managers), Design Engineering, and Supplier Quality Oversight</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Actively identify and escalate significant supplier issues, risk, and quality events. </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Drive prompt resolution of issues by coordinating activities, issuing timely communications, and identifying stakeholders to ensure prompt identification of impacted products, disposition of issues, and implementation of corrective action</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Monitor key supplier performance metrics (On-Time Delivery, Quality issues, Deviation Notices, etc.) for assigned suppliers to proactively identify negative performance trends and implement causal analysis, corrective actions, and Supplier Improvement Plans to mitigate issues.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Evaluate procurement (supplier) risk, soliciting stakeholder input, and leveraging tools and resources to develop security of supply risk mitigation plans</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Own internal and external (supplier) corrective action requests, performing cause analyses and verifying completion of preventative and corrective actions</span></li> </ul> <p style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Supplier Development</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Perform technical evaluations of new and existing suppliers to assess manufacturing capability, capacity, process controls, compliance with applicable regulations, codes &amp; standards, and associated risks</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Identify gaps between supplier capabilities and Westinghouse technical / quality requirements to establish and implement development plans.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Lead supplier development and qualification activities for new products, supplier improvement initiatives, and cost reduction efforts. This includes performing supplier development activities to establish or improve suppliers&apos; manufacturing processes and quality management systems to meet Westinghouse requirements.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Review and disposition supplier process documents, process capability analyses, measurement system analyses, input to design for manufacturability, etc.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Work with Design Engineering to ensure the integrity and clarity of engineering drawing requirements and that all expectations are communicated effectively to support suppliers.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Support implementation of Value Analysis / Value Engineering, Design for Assembly, and Design for Manufacturing principles during the design process.</span></li> </ul> <p style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Minimum Requirements:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Bachelor Degree or higher in Engineering</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">4+ years of progressive experience in engineering/manufacturing</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Knowledge in manufacturing processes, e.g. precision machining (turning, milling, etc.), welding, forming, mechanical assembly, NDE and inspection, and testing</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience performing process capability analysis (Cpk) and qualification</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Working knowledge of Manufacturing and Quality Plans, PFMEAs, etc.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience leading multiple, concurrent cross functional projects</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Proficient at Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Project and Power Point</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience authoring technical documents or operating procedures</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Ability to read drawings and specifications made to ASME standards</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Experience with nuclear products and standards desired</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Soft skills:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Project Management experience desired</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Effective communication with different disciplines and functions</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Respectful negotiation and conflict resolution</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Proactive approach to work / risk management</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Results oriented and self-driven</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Questioning attitude and continual interest to learn and develop new skills and abilities</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Effective decision maker – timely and using data, facts, input, etc.</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Team oriented and collaborative</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Ability to effectively mentor and develop others</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Fluent in English</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Mobility</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">30% France and Europe</span></p><p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Why Westinghouse?</strong></span></p> <p class="FirstParagraph" style="margin-bottom:12.0px;margin-top:12.0px"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">We know that to put forth your best effort, you need to be challenged and enjoy what you do in a supportive and respectful environment. We aim to maintain this balance by offering our employees the amenities, benefits and training they need to reach personal and professional goals. </span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-bottom:12.0px;margin-top:12.0px"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Below is an example of what employees in France can expect:</strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:2.0px;margin-top:2.0px"> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Attractive remuneration</span></li> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Peer-to-peer recognition program. </span></li> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Lunch vouchers</span></li> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Transportation allowance</span></li> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Work-from-home allowance</span></li> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members</span></li> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Learning and development opportunities.</span></li> <li class="Compact" style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">We encourage our employees to participate in community service events and other team-building activities to strengthen their bonds and inspire each other.</span></li> </ul> <p style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </p> <p class="FirstParagraph" style="margin-bottom:12.0px;margin-top:12.0px"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>You can learn more about Westinghouse by visiting</strong> <a style="color:#4f81bd" href="http://www.westinghousenuclear.com"><span style="color:#0000ff">http://www.westinghousenuclear.com</span></a><span style="color:#0000ff">. </span></span></p> <p class="FirstParagraph" style="margin-bottom:12.0px;margin-top:12.0px"> </p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-bottom:12.0px;margin-top:12.0px"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif">Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.</span></p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-bottom:12.0px;margin-top:12.0px"> </p> <p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-bottom:12.0px;margin-top:12.0px"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Get connected with Westinghouse on social media:</strong> <a style="color:#4f81bd" href="https://twitter.com/WECNuclear"><span style="color:#0000ff"><strong>Twitter</strong></span></a><span style="color:#0000ff"> <strong>|</strong> </span><a style="color:#4f81bd" href="https://www.facebook.com/WestinghouseNuclear"><span style="color:#0000ff"><strong>Facebook</strong></span></a><span style="color:#0000ff"> <strong>|</strong> </span><a style="color:#4f81bd" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/westinghouse-electric-company/"><span style="color:#0000ff"><strong>LinkedIn</strong></span></a><span style="color:#0000ff"><strong>|</strong> </span><a style="color:#4f81bd" href="https://www.youtube.com/user/WestinghouseNuclear"><span style="color:#0000ff"><strong>YouTube</strong></span></a></span></p>

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