Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer

Location: Mankato, MN

Pay Range: $90,985 - $136,477 annually

Job Posting Date: 07 Jan 2026; 00:01

At Rolls‑Royce Power Systems division we are working towards Net Zero by 2050. This role focuses on ensuring quality of suppliers for diesel engine manufacturing and development.

• Oversee the quality of procurement and supply of materials and products related to diesel engine manufacturing and development
• Work proactively with suppliers to define specific quality requirements and standards, including development of inspection, verification, qualification, and statistical process control methods
• Provide technical guidance to suppliers toward achieving part certification compliance with engineering drawings and specifications
• Develop and prioritize an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis to meet ISO‑9001, process control capabilities and quality standards
• Conduct supplier audits to determine compliance with safety, emission, and control characteristics
• Track and analyze failure trends, identify issues, drive root‑cause analysis, recommend corrective actions and communicate high‑priority issues to management
• Coordinate qualification testing for operation and performance of equipment, engine components and systems
• Work closely with the purchasing team in new source development and in a commodity team environment
• Write and review technical quality documents, plans and procedures
• Maintain Quality Assurance Programs and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Develop and mentor co‑workers with less experience to improve staff competence
• Keep abreast of specifications, changing regulations and industry standards
• Write and distribute quality data and reports
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and spirit of the Rolls‑Royce Code of Conduct
• Perform special projects as required

• Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship; we cannot sponsor employment visas at this time
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials or Metallurgy Engineering and 5 years of experience in quality, industrial or manufacturing engineering; or 9 years of experience in quality, industrial or manufacturing engineering
• Must be willing to travel to supplier and customer sites as required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization
• Excellent experience with engines and engine related components, and foundry processes
• Strong knowledge of statistical process control
• Excellent knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and related gauges
• Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Strong ability to work and make decisions independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong ability to work in cross‑functional team environment
• Ability to influence and motivate others to take actions in implementing supplier quality initiatives
• Self‑starter possessing strong initiative and teamwork
• Proficient with PC and Microsoft Office Suite
• Certified quality engineer
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certified
• Lead Auditor certification

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

At Rolls‑Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes base pay, discretionary bonus plan, health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid parental and family care leave, tuition reimbursement, and long‑term incentive plan.