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Global Quality Excellence Engineer (m/f/d)

Job ID
481465
Posted since
21-Oct-2025
Organization
Smart Infrastructure
Field of work
Strategy
Company
Siemens S.A.
Experience level
Experienced Professional
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Hybrid (Remote/Office)
Employment type
Permanent
Location(s)
  • Corroios - Setubal - Portugal
Siemens Smart Infrastructure 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...
As a Global Quality Excellence Engineer, you will lead initiatives to define, monitor, and improve Operational Quality performance globally in Supply Chain Management. You will develop KPI frameworks, strengthen problem-solving capabilities, and establish governance processes that ensure consistent quality 
results, from suppliers to final product delivery.
  • Define Quality KPIs: In collaboration with global QM department, define and standardize Quality KPI’s, ensuring effective monitoring and controlling.
  • Drive Corrective Actions: Analyze operational quality data, identify trends, and ensure timely implementation of effective countermeasures and drive continuous improvement.
  • Strengthen Problem-Solving Culture:
    • Roll out global 8D, 5-Why, and Ishikawa methodologies.
    • Support factories in problem solving methodologies (RCA, A3, 4D, 8D, 5Why), and escalation management.
    • Review of major NCC’s and customer complaints, driving structured problem-solving and supporting timely, effective resolution.
  • Optimize Quality Processes: Apply VSM (Value Stream Mapping) and VSD (Value Stream Design) to key Operational Quality processes, identifying improvement levers.
  • Governance & Reporting: Lead global performance reviews, ensure escalation discipline, and track progress of Operational Quality improvement initiatives across all factories.
We are looking for someone with…
  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Quality Management, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or Operational Excellence roles in manufacturing or Supply Chain environments.
  • Proven track record of developing and managing Quality KPIs and driving cross-site performance improvement.
  • Hands-on experience with problem-solving tools (8D, FMEA, Ishikawa, 5-Why) and statistical methods.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, comfortable with Power BI or similar reporting tools.
  • Experience with ISO 9001 requirements.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills to engage global stakeholders.
  • Fluent in English (C1); additional languages are a plus.
  • Willingness to travel internationally and collaborate with diverse, cross-functional teams.
 
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)
 

Please attach your CV in English.


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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!