Global Engineering Quality Manager (m|f|d)

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About the Voith Group

Voith Group is a global technology company with a broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications. The company sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, Voith today employs around 22,000 people, generates sales of €5.2 billion and operates in over 60 countries, making it one of Europe’s largest family‑owned companies.

Global Engineering Quality Manager (m|f|d)

Division Hydro | Location Heidenheim

Shape the future of renewable energy with Voith Hydro! As Global Engineering Quality Manager you will ensure that engineering processes, designs and deliverables meet the highest standards of safety, reliability and sustainability. This role combines strategic leadership with technical depth, driving quality from concept through execution for turbines, generators and related systems.

Your Tasks

Lead the development and consistent application of technical risk management processes (FMEA: DFMEA, SFMEA, PFMEA) across all project phases.
Drive digitalisation of risk management through tools like cloud‑based FMEA platforms, dashboards and automated tracking systems.
Facilitate and moderate FMEA sessions with cross‑functional teams, ensuring systematic risk identification, assessment and mitigation.
Ensure full risk traceability, compliance with standards and closure of actions using digital tools throughout the value chain.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing and Project Management to integrate FMEA results into design, production and execution.
Conduct technical risk assessments and audits, train teams on FMEA methodology, root cause analysis and preventive action planning.
Monitor and report risk indicators and FMEA progress to leadership, driving continuous improvement and lessons learned through digital platforms.

Your Profile

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Systems Engineering; advanced training or certification in FMEA, risk management or quality (e.g. CQE, Six Sigma) is highly desirable.
7‑10 years of experience in engineering quality or technical risk management roles, ideally in a regulated or project‑driven environment.
Proven expertise in leading FMEA activities (DFMEA, SFMEA, PFMEA), technical risk assessments and implementation of risk mitigation strategies across the value chain.
Strong experience with digital risk management tools (e.g. APIS IQ‑FMEA, Siemens Teamcenter Quality, PTC Windchill Quality Solutions or similar platforms), data analytics and digital collaboration platforms.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, risk management frameworks, root cause analysis and quality planning.
Excellent facilitation, analytical and cross‑functional collaboration skills, with a proactive and detail‑oriented approach.
Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
Willingness to travel internationally.