Supplier Quality Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Supplier quality engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in aerospace and defense, advanced manufacturing, medical devices, and automotive supply chains across the full range from entry-level inspector roles through senior program leads. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Reading-Allentown corridor account for the majority of openings, anchored by employers such as Lockheed Martin, Siemens, and Johnson and Johnson. The most in-demand specialties include supplier auditing, AS9100 and IATF 16949 compliance, and incoming inspection program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.
About the role:
As a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer, you will lead others in multiple quality assurance tasks to ensure externally sourced products meet the quality and technical requirements defined by Westinghouse. Within this role the primary focus will be to manage teams in the execution of complex plans for supplier program development, oversight, and quality verification activities.
You will report to the Supplier Quality Manager. This is a remote position based in the United States. You will be required to travel 40-50%.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Technical and Quality Evaluations of suppliers for nuclear-grade products.
- Have broad knowledge of procedures and lead in the resolution of complex problems.
- Provide specialized knowledge as an experienced quality engineer in one or more technical or quality competencies and have achieved or are approaching the level of subject matter expert in one or more technical or quality areas.
- Resolve supplier quality issues improving design integrity, material performance, or code compliance.
- Perform independent verification activities, i.e., assessments to verify that Westinghouse QSL suppliers have an established quality management system. You must implement and sustain this system. It is crucial to assure that the items, material, and services being provided to Westinghouse meet the specified requirements. These requirements include quality assurance, regulatory, and customer standards outlined within purchasing documents and categorized as "nuclear safety related" or "augmented safety".
- Partner with Engineering, Procurement, QA, and Project teams to ensure supplier activities meet quality requirements.
- Create certification documents, which identify the procurement requirements met by the purchased material or equipment, such as codes, standards, engineering specifications and customer requirements.
- Lead assessments of the global supply base to ensure compliance with applicable Regulatory requirements, American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) codes and standards and Westinghouse engineering and procurement requirements. Standards that you may audit to, CSA N299.X, 10CFR50 App B, 10CFR21, NQA-1, UNE 73 401, KEPIC, as examples.
- Mentor less experienced engineers and provide leadership by example to ensure practices are understood and followed by less experienced engineers.
- You will contribute to solutions to the complex aspects of a project or process. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering.
- 8 plus years of related experience.
- An NQA-1 Certified Lead Auditor certification is desirable.Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Capability to explain QA procedures to internal personnel and external customers, subcontractors, suppliers and licensees relative to Westinghouse quality related products and services.
- Demonstrated ability using structured, analytical questioning approach to assess risks, develop solutions, and prioritize work.
- Commitment to personal, industrial, and nuclear safety.
We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year.
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Why Westinghouse?
Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:
Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
Employee Referral Program
Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:
Safety and Quality
Integrity and Trust
Customer Focus and Innovation
Speed and Passion to Win
Teamwork and Accountability
While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.
Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in supplier quality engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering or a closely related field
- Experience conducting supplier audits to AS9100, IATF 16949, or ISO 9001 standards
- Proficiency with quality tools including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and SPC
- Familiarity with nonconformance management systems and corrective action processes such as 8D
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
- Strong written communication skills for supplier scorecards, audit reports, and corrective action documentation
Supplier Quality Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a supplier quality engineer in Pennsylvania?
Most supplier quality engineer roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. Pennsylvania does not issue a state license specific to this role, but employers in aerospace and defense strongly prefer candidates who hold or are working toward Certified Quality Engineer credentials through the American Society for Quality. Building hands-on experience with supplier audits, PPAP documentation, and quality management systems is the most direct path to a first role in the state.
How much do supplier quality engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Supplier quality engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $99,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,700 for the lowest 10% to over $143,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire supplier quality engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring supplier quality engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Philips, BAE Systems USA, and Curtiss-Wright, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's dense concentration of aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturers means openings appear regularly at both large primes and their regional supply chain partners.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most supplier quality engineer jobs?
The cities with the most supplier quality engineer openings in Pennsylvania are Murrysville, York, and Aston. Philadelphia draws volume from its medical device and pharmaceutical supply chains, Pittsburgh from advanced manufacturing and defense contractors in the western corridor, and the Reading-Allentown area from automotive and industrial component suppliers concentrated along the I-78 and I-78 manufacturing belt.
Are there remote supplier quality engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Supplier quality engineering is fundamentally a hands-on role that involves on-site supplier audits, incoming inspection, and production floor reviews, which limits remote options significantly. About 100% of supplier quality engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to cover documentation-heavy work such as corrective action tracking and supplier scorecard management rather than audit travel.
How can I get hired as a supplier quality engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or incoming inspection role, which large Pennsylvania manufacturers such as Siemens and defense suppliers in the Philadelphia suburbs regularly post for candidates without full engineering experience. A degree in progress combined with an internship in a quality or manufacturing function at a Pennsylvania facility opens the same door. Earning an American Society for Quality Certified Quality Technician credential strengthens an application considerably and signals foundational knowledge that hiring managers in Pennsylvania's aerospace and medical device sectors recognize.
Where can I find and apply to supplier quality engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to supplier quality engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and target location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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