Component Engineer

Qualitrol, a division of Ralliant, is the leading provider of essential technology that enables the delivery of uninterrupted power. Established in 1945, we produce thousands of products on-demand, customized to meet our customers’ needs. We are the largest and most trusted global leader for partial discharge monitoring, asset protection equipment, and information products across power generation, transmission, and distribution.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Process Engineer to join our team at Qualitrol. Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Leader.

• Process Engineering: Lead the development, optimization, and maintenance of manufacturing processes to enhance operational efficiency, minimize waste, and ensure exceptional product quality.

• Component Engineering: Drive the creation of a robust and cost-effective supply chain in tandem with product development. Focus on dual sourcing strategies and ensure component selection supports manufacturability and meets all critical-to-quality (CTQ) specifications throughout the product lifecycle.

• Cost Management: Achieve product launch cost targets by negotiating with suppliers and implementing strategic procurement practices.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all components meet applicable regulatory standards and secure initial compliance certifications from suppliers.

• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers to guarantee consistent, high-quality component supply.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with design, quality, and production teams to lead continuous improvement initiatives and uphold safety and regulatory compliance across all operations.

Your Impact & Key Responsibilities: In this role, the individual will leverage their expertise in process engineering, procurement engineering, and supply chain management to optimize manufacturing operations, ensure efficient and cost-effective component sourcing, and maintain full compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration).

• Proven experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of supply chain processes, cost management, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience with dual sourcing and cost competitiveness strategies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field.

• Experience in transitioning product designs from development to mass production.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• A collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Excellent Pay and Benefits! Qualitrol employees receive a competitive salary, twenty-eight days of paid time off (includes PTO and Holidays), great health benefits that are effective your first day, flexible working hours, up to 100% education reimbursement towards a degree, and 401k matching (vesting immediately). We have annual reviews and career development planning to help get you to the next level in your career. Our family-friendly environment also provides paid Maternity/Paternity leave, Adoption leave, Life Insurance, and more.

You will love working with colleagues who have a genuine desire to innovate and seek out complicated problems. We believe in absolute inclusion and diversity. Qualitrol associates enjoy the autonomy, breadth of responsibility, and creativity that are typical in a medium-sized company, while sharing resources, standard methodologies, and growth opportunities that are found in a Fortune 500 company like Ralliant.