Exceptional opportunity for a Principal Supplier Performance Engineer to join the Global Leader in energy solutions for manufacturing, utilities, and power! You will be working with cutting-edge technologies on our groundbreaking manufacturing project , shaping the future of green energy and sustainable solutions. This isn’t just a job—it’s your opportunity to make a global impact by driving innovation and excellence.
We’re looking for dynamic go-getters who can lead, inspire, and deliver results. If you’ve got the passion, skills, and ambition to create real change, this is the role for you! You’ll play a vital role in ensuring our suppliers deliver structural and mechanical components that meet the highest standards, all while supporting the development of clean energy for a better tomorrow. With opportunities to work onsite at supplier locations and our location in the Portland area, this role offers excitement, variety, and the chance to be at the forefront of energy innovation.
Why This Role Rocks
- You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on delivering green energy solutions for the future.
- Be part of a project that’s reshaping the energy landscape while reducing the carbon footprint.
- Remote work is possible, but you’ll need to be hands-on and ready to roll up your sleeves on-site when necessary.
- This is your chance to be a game-changer in the green energy revolution. You’ll be driving innovation, solving critical challenges, and helping build a cleaner, brighter future.
What You’ll Be Crushing Every Day
Supplier Oversight
- Take ownership of supplier performance—ensure on-time, high-quality delivery of critical components by developing and implementing strategic oversight plans.
- Perform hands-on, on-site oversight to guarantee compliance with our company’s technical and quality standards.
- Act as a technical liaison, coordinating between the vendor Supply Chain, Design Engineering, and Supplier Quality teams to drive vendor performance.
- Proactively identify risks and resolve issues before they become obstacles.
- Monitor key performance metrics and develop improvement plans that get results.
- Develop security-of-supply risk mitigation strategies that keep us ahead of the game.
- Lead corrective action requests , ensuring long-term fixes that work the first time.
Supplier Development
- Dive into the details—conduct technical evaluations of new and existing suppliers to assess manufacturing capabilities and risks.
- Pinpoint gaps and lead supplier improvement initiatives that set the bar for excellence.
- Work side-by-side with suppliers to optimize manufacturing processes and align them with our rigorous standards.
- Partner with Design Engineering to ensure clarity of requirements, making sure nothing is left to chance.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives like Value Analysis/Value Engineering , Design for Assembly , and Design for Manufacturing during the design process.
You will get:
- A strong compensation package!
- To join a technology and industry-leading company that provides power technologies, fuel, and support services around the world.
- Relocation is provided to Portland, Oregon, with relaxed vibes, a vibrant culture and an extremely high quality of life.
- Close proximity to stunning outdoor recreation opportunities to enjoy Mount Hood, the Columbia River Gorge, and the beautiful Oregon Coast.
- Generous benefits that include : Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, EAP, Educational Reimbursement, Employer Retirement Account, Travel Accident Insurance, Prescription/Drug benefits, great 401K Match, Vacation, and a Flexible Spending Account.
What Sets You Apart
- A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering
- 7+ years of progressive experience in engineering or manufacturing.
- Skilled in supplier development.
- Industry experience? Backgrounds include Power, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Pipelines, Refineries, Ship Building , or other Heavy Metal Fabrication industries.
- Expertise in manufacturing processes like precision machining, welding, forming, assembly, NDE, inspection, and testing .
- Skilled in process capability analysis (Cpk) and supplier qualification.
- Able to be the technical liaison between the vendor and quality engineering.
- Skilled in working with Manufacturing and Quality Plans , PFMEAs , and technical specifications.
- Proven experience leading cross-functional projects —you’re a team player who drives results.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and standards like ASM.
- Any experience with powerplant or nuclear products and standards? That’s a big plus!
- Advanced education is a plus!
- Professional certifications/training are a plus!