Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description VICTAULIC  Supplier Quality Engineer Location: Anywhere in Malaysia Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Supplier Quality Development ABOUT VICTAULIC  Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.  Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world’s most critical and prestigious structures.  An Industry Leader with a Heart as Big as Its Ambition and Innovation  At Victaulic, we’re committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.  Let’s Build a Better World Together.  Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:  • We build from within.  • We stand behind our people.  • We foster an environment for constant learning.  • We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.  YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE  As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and improving the quality performance of assigned suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and industry regulations. This role serves as a key liaison between suppliers and internal cross-functional teams, driving supplier quality excellence throughout the product lifecycle. WHAT YOU’LL BUILD & OWN  • Manage supplier quality assurance activities and oversee the quality performance of assigned suppliers to ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements. • Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives, including supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and corrective action management. • Collaborate closely with R&D, Production, Purchasing, and other cross-functional teams to support new product development (NPD), product transfers, and ongoing production quality activities. • Conduct periodic supplier audits, process assessments, and quality evaluations to ensure manufacturing processes and quality systems meet required standards. • Provide technical guidance and quality support to suppliers, ensuring effective quality control during new product introduction and mass production stages. • Perform initial sample inspections, evaluate qualification samples, and verify supplier readiness prior to production release. • Investigate supplier-related quality issues, lead root cause analysis and corrective actions, and coordinate resolution efforts with internal and external stakeholders. WHAT YOU BRING  ​ • Hands-on supplier quality engineering experience including supplier audit, new supplier onboard, and new product development • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes • Proven background working in a cross functional and/or global MNC environment • Self-motivated, result driven or goal oriented with customer focus and sense of urgency • Self-starter with high levels of autonomy, resilience, and adaptability. • Willingness to travel across Southeast Asia region and work flexibly as needed WHAT SETS YOU APART  • Bachelor degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field • Fluency in English and Chinese language skills (verbal and written communications) to liaise with our internal and external stakeholders. WHAT WE OFFER  Build A Better Career   • Competitive salary package • Career development programs and internal promotion opportunities - we believe in growing talent from within. • Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities Build A Better Future  • Monthly medical allowance • A stable, globally recognised organisation with long-term career opportunities Build A Better You  • Annual leave benefits and paid public holidays • Flexible working arrangements where business needs allow • Inclusive, collaborative culture where people support one another and celebrate success Build A Better World   • Join a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.  EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY  Victaulic is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, experience, and business needs. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value diversity and believe that an inclusive workforce strengthens our business and communities. VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICY  All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic’s Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. 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