Siemens Smart Infrastructures relies on the combination of smart grids and smart buildings by combining physical solutions and digitalization in all areas of electrification and automation. Ingeniously it connects energy systems, buildings, and industries to improve the way we live and work through greater efficiency and sustainability.

Siemens SI has its global headquarters in Switzerland with about 7,400 colleagues who are responsible for the solutions and services business. This makes Siemens SI the market leader in Europe.

Together, we build technology to transform the everyday!

Your mission will be…

Acting as an expert and partner, the QMiP supports, advises, and controls the Project Manager and the Project Team in the planning, implementation, and coordination of project-specific quality assurance actions in compliance with the defined processes to ensure world-class quality in the launch of new products.

Responsibilities:

• Clearly and effectively communicate development project expectations to team members.
• Implement quality gates and measures in development, product surveillance, and ensure continuous improvement.
• Establish and monitor appropriate quality plans, targets, and methods based on HQ standards. Advise the project leader on project-specific adaptations and validate the appropriateness of type tests.
• Identify and eliminate risks and weaknesses within the design of products and processes as a preventive action to ensure a high-quality product.
• Perform project risk management to minimize overall quality and operations risks.
• Monitor process quality in the project, determine nonconformities, and coordinate and administer resulting actions.
• Facilitate the Lessons Learned process for development projects and implement improvements in future projects/products.
• Drive preventative product improvement measures by assessing risks utilizing Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Product Quality Plans (PQP), Failure Analysis Investigations (FAI), and customer/supplier risk assessments.
• Monitor project documentation for completeness.
• Partner with the supply chain to ensure component release and other supplier quality deliverables are completed successfully.
• Work with operations to ensure proper traceability, PFMEA, control, and inspection plans are in place to facilitate a smooth transfer to operations post-launch of the product.

We are looking for someone with…

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or equivalent. Master’s degree preferred.
• Six (6) to ten (10) years of experience in quality management, Research & Development (R&D), or Supply Chain Management (SCM) roles.
• Experience in Project Management and R&D processes.
• Knowledge and experience in core quality methods like FMEA, Ishikawa Diagram, 5Why/8D methodology, and VSM.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• ASQ or other quality certifications are desired.
• Ability to work in a matrix global organization.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility to work on international projects and travel worldwide as the need arises (~15% travel).
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments, such as Product Management, Engineering, Operations, and Purchasing.
• Solid multi-tasking, time management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Must complete Siemens QMiP training requirements and achieve certification within the first six (6) months of hire.

What you can expect from us…

A hybrid and flexible working model to promote a better work-life balance, along with a budget for home office support and the opportunity to do 16 hours a year of volunteer work. A health insurance, access to our on-site medical center, plus the chance to join sports groups.

In addition, you'll have access to online learning platforms and discounts with our partners. A shuttle bus to commute to the facilities and the possibility of financial support to your studies.

What makes us proud as an employer:

• Merco – Companies and Leaders with the Best Reputation in Portugal (#1 Technology/Manufacturing)
• Forbes – World’s Best Employers (#1 Engineering & Manufacturing)
• LinkedIn – LinkedIn Top Companies (#2)
• OnStrategy – REPSCORE 2024: Brands’ Reputation in Portugal (#1 Engineering & Electronic Services)
• Fortune – World’s Most Admired Companies (#1 Industrial Machinery)
• Teamlyzer – Company with the Best Interviews (#1 Technology)

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Siemens is committed to creating a diverse environment and is glad to be an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool!