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Transocean · 3 weeks ago

Sr Engineer, Supplier Quality Assurance

Houston, TX USA Enclave Pkwy

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Transocean is focused on being the employer of choice for the drilling industry. The Sr Engineer - Supplier Quality Assurance (SQE) is responsible for executing the Vendor Quality Assurance program and managing the complete surveillance lifecycle to ensure vendor compliance and prevent quality escapes. This role also supports internal departments with technical input on vendor quality plans and manages supplier development initiatives.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Conduct on-site and remote surveillance as per activities approved in vendor's ITP

Verify compliance at hold/witness points for processes including welding, NDT, assembly, FAT, load testing, coating/painting, and material verification

Log all Notifications of Inspection (NOI) including waivers, with KOM Control Number, inspection activity details, product/component information, vendor records, and nonconformance entries

Complete and submit VVRs upon completion of surveillance activities, including checklist usage, verification of NCR closure, nonconformances, pictures of equipment, and summary of execution

Execute remote assessments via live observation or recorded review using ICT tools per Company's Remote Assessment Guide

Review CoC and ensure availability of MRB/Databook per IADC Guidance GU-IADC-SC-004

Raise nonconformance for any defect or noncompliance observed during vendor surveillance activities

Ensure all nonconformances are logged in AIM system, resolved with vendors to avoid recurrence

Investigate and verify root cause analysis (RCCA) and validate supplier corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Manage OEMs scorecard and Key Performance Indicators, Improvement Plans, Business Performance Reviews

Act as quality interface for OEMs, monitor KPIs, review scorecards, and drive corrective/preventive action plans

Identify supplier development opportunities and implement them

Conduct Quality Management Systems audits including Special Process audits (Welding, NDE, Coating, Painting) of suppliers towards product and process qualification, and investigations in line with API 20E/F, API Q1/API Q2, and ISO 9001

Attending Supplier KOM, Review and approve vendor Quality Plans, Inspection Test Plans, and inspection procedures to ensure alignment with Company requirements, OEM specifications, and applicable industry standards and acceptance criteria during KOM and execution

Qualification

Vendor Quality AssuranceQuality Management SystemsRoot Cause AnalysisISO 9001 Lead AuditorAWS CertificationLevel II NDE certificationSupplier ManagementSix SigmaLean methodologiesAnalytical problem-solvingCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree - Applied Science

8-10 years' work experience with equipment manufacturing, quality, fabrication application, and inspection methodologies and QMS auditing

Working knowledge and understanding of manufacturing/fabrication processes that include mechanical equipment, preventative maintenance, general metallurgy, welding, marine drilling industry and relevant oilfield equipment (blowout preventers, well control systems and equipment, diverters, marine drilling risers, etc.)

Demonstrate working knowledge in the designated discipline and possess organizational skills to multitask multiple projects in parallel

Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills

Working knowledge of Supplier management and development through scorecards, Key Performance Indicators, and improvement plans

General knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean improvement methodologies

General knowledge of IADC, ABS, DNV rules as well as API, ASME, AWS, Norsok and NACE applicable standards

Hands-on practical field experience

Strong analytical problem-solving abilities

Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends

Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen

Must successfully complete pre-employment background check

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering CWI (AWS Certification)

Level II NDE certification

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification

10+ years' work experience in equipment manufacturing, quality management systems, and inspection methodologies within the marine drilling industry

Demonstrated experience in vendor surveillance, PPKOM execution, and MSN-VNCR management

Expert knowledge of OEM equipment (Well Control, Top-Side, Drill Ships) and mechanical systems used in manufacturing and marine drilling including BOPs, well control systems, diverters, and marine drilling risers

General Metallurgy: Understanding of material properties, heat treatment processes, and failure analysis; familiarity with metals and alloys used in marine and oilfield applications

Welding: Proficiency in welding techniques and standards (ASME, AWS, DNV, ISO) suitable for marine drilling industry and oilfield equipment

Good knowledge (Level II NDE expertise level) in NDE techniques, methods, and applications