Npi Quality Program Manager

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes.
AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare.
With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power.
Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Our site in Little Island, Cork, Ireland is seeking a NPI Quality Program Manager to join our team
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a
highly driven and experienced Quality Program Manager (QPM)
to lead quality initiatives for
New Product Introduction (NPI)
and drive continuous improvement in product development processes.
This role is critical in ensuring that product designs
meet the highest quality and reliability standards from concept to launch
, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate best-in-class quality methodologies.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
New Product Introduction (NPI) & Design Quality
Lead end-to-end
quality planning and risk management
for new product development, ensuring robust design processes and compliance with quality requirements.
Develop and execute
Design for Quality & Reliability
strategies to meet
customer expectations and industry standards.
Drive
NUDD risk analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), lessons learned, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
in product development.
Ensure adherence to
regulatory compliance, safety standards, and best industry practices
throughout the design lifecycle.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Partner with
engineering, program management, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer quality teams
to embed quality in all development phases.
Collaborate with
suppliers, contract manufacturers, and supplier quality teams
to align quality standards and enhance product reliability.
Drive
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
to proactively address design-related quality challenges.
Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving
Utilise
8D, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Lean methodologies
to implement
systematic process improvements.
Establish and monitor
key performance indicators (KPIs) and critical quality metrics
to track product performance and drive accountability.
Lead
product and gate reviews
to validate design robustness and manufacturability in terms of critical quality deliverables.
Customer Focus & Risk Management
Act as the
voice of the customer (VOC) b
y incorporating feedback into product design and quality enhancements.
Develop and implement
risk mitigation strategies
to address potential failure modes early in the development cycle.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Works in a standard office environment and uses general office equipment (telephone, PC, copier, etc.).
Travel to other sites within the EMEA region is required.
SKILLS
Essential:
Expertise in DFMEA, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, 8D problem-solving, and Six Sigma methodologies.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive impactful quality improvement
Desirable:
Certified Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
Experience in automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or high-tech industries.
Proficiency in PowerSteering, JIRA, Power BI, Smartsheet, SAP, and other program management tools.
EXPERIENCE
8-10 years of relevant experience, recognized as an expert in quality management, product development, and program management (including collaboration with external partners).
EDUCATION
Essential:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
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