Job Description

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.



Our site in Littlehampton, UK is seeking a NPI Quality Program Manager to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a

highly driven and experienced Quality Program Manager (QPM)

to lead quality initiatives for

New Product Introduction (NPI)

and drive continuous improvement in product development processes. This role is critical in ensuring that product designs

meet the highest quality and reliability standards from concept to launch

, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate best-in-class quality methodologies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

New Product Introduction (NPI) & Design Quality

Lead end-to-end

quality planning and risk management

for new product development, ensuring robust design processes and compliance with quality requirements. Develop and execute

Design for Quality & Reliability

strategies to meet

customer expectations and industry standards.

Drive

NUDD risk analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), lessons learned, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

in product development. Ensure adherence to

regulatory compliance, safety standards, and best industry practices

throughout the design lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration

Partner with

engineering, program management, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer quality teams

to embed quality in all development phases. Collaborate with

suppliers, contract manufacturers, and supplier quality teams

to align quality standards and enhance product reliability. Drive

Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

to proactively address design-related quality challenges.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

Utilise

8D, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Lean methodologies

to implement

systematic process improvements.

Establish and monitor

key performance indicators (KPIs) and critical quality metrics

to track product performance and drive accountability. Lead

product and gate reviews

to validate design robustness and manufacturability in terms of critical quality deliverables.

Customer Focus & Risk Management

Act as the

voice of the customer (VOC) b

y incorporating feedback into product design and quality enhancements. Develop and implement

risk mitigation strategies

to address potential failure modes early in the development cycle.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in a standard office environment and uses general office equipment (telephone, PC, copier, etc.). Travel to other sites within the EMEA region is required.

SKILLS

Essential:

Expertise in DFMEA, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP, 8D problem-solving, and Six Sigma methodologies. Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive impactful quality improvement

Desirable:

Certified Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE). Experience in automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or high-tech industries. Proficiency in PowerSteering, JIRA, Power BI, Smartsheet, SAP, and other program management tools.

EXPERIENCE

8-10 years of relevant experience, recognized as an expert in quality management, product development, and program management (including collaboration with external partners).

EDUCATION

Essential:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).