Quality and EHS Manager
Job Description
Snapshot of Your Day:
We are seeking an experienced Quality and EHS Manager responsible for managing the implementation and operation of our quality and environmental health & safety systems. This role plays a critical part in establishing quality and safety requisites, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving EHS and Quality Management processes throughout the organization, with a strong focus on U.S. regulations and standards.This role will be based at our new Power Transformer factory in Charlotte, North Carolina and will initially coincide with the factory’s construction. During this phase, we will focus on developing our processes, refining our offerings, and collaborating closely with a high-performance team. This will involve all aspects of the commercial setup to ensure we are well-prepared to meet the needs of our customers effectively when factory operations start.
About The Team
Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology. Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 100,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.Rewards
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Supportive work culture
- Company paid Health and wellness benefits
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401K savings plan with company match
- Family building benefits
- Parental leave
Responsibilities
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Lead the implementation and operational aspects of the quality and EHS systems, including procedures, compliance, and adherence to established standards.
- Establish and enforce quality and safety requisites for processes and operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and local regulations in the U.S.
- Drive quality and safety initiatives across the organization, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality benchmarks.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Quality Management (QM) processes, ensuring they are integrated into all operational activities.
- Monitor and assess the implementation of safety and quality standards, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance and identifying areas for improvement.
- Develop and execute plans for standards certifications such as ISO and other relevant certifications for the organization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure seamless integration of safety and quality measures.
- Foster a culture of safety and quality consciousness among all teams, providing necessary training and guidance to promote best practices.
Job Requirements
What You Bring:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
- At least 5 years of extensive experience in managing quality and EHS systems, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Proven leadership and management experience with the ability to guide and motivate teams toward safety and quality excellence.
- In-depth knowledge of safety and quality standards, regulations, and certifications (e.g., ISO), with a specific focus on U.S. local requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
- Demonstrated expertise in implementing and monitoring Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Quality Management (QM) processes at a senior level.
- Experience in conducting audits, assessments, and driving certification processes.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
- Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities to proactively address safety and quality challenges.
- Willingness to relocate if not local to the Charlotte, NC area.
- Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
