Job title:  Project Quality Coordinator

As the first equipment manufacturer in Canada and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines and generators, ANDRITZ Canada has more than 185 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Canada, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future, and the maintenance of a proud Canadian's expertise.

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

We are currently looking for a Project Quality Coordinator to join our QSSE team. As the Quality Leader for a project, your main responsibilities will be to coordinate quality activities to ensure that the manufacture of HYDRO components/equipment meets ANDRITZ's high quality standards, to ensure good coordination with the project team, and to manage quality interfaces with the customer.

This position is geared toward long-term professional career development within our organization. Ideal conditions for taking on new challenges and advancing your career.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role in our Canadian team. 

•    Manage the implementation of the quality management system in projects
•    Analyze customer requirements (specifications) for quality control and assurance
•    Design and deploy project-specific quality strategies and plans
•    Participate in the design and monitoring of inspection and testing plans (PIE)
•    Collaborate with the purchasing team in the selection, evaluation, and qualification of suppliers
•    Coordinate internal and customer validations of technical documents (e.g., PIE, welding procedures, NDT, etc.)
•    Coordinate customer inspections
•    Occasionally perform inspections
•    Manage project quality records/files
•    Coordinate reports and non-conformities and follow up on the implementation of corrective or preventive actions
•    Conduct in-depth analyses of critical non-conformities (8D – Root Cause Analysis)
•    Actively participate in customer meetings, kick-offs, follow-ups, and project closings
•    Participate in design reviews
•    Participate in pre-production reviews of critical parts at suppliers
•    Conduct internal audits (Quality/Continuous Improvement) and participate in customer audits
•    Support the development of quality control and assurance tools or processes

Why do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team. 

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us. 

•    You have a bachelor's degree or technical degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or equivalent training
•    You have at least five (5) years of experience in quality assurance and inspection
•    Basic knowledge of ISO 9001, CWB, ASME, or other standards is an asset
•    Knowledge of common inspection tools (vernier caliper, micrometer, etc.)
•    Knowledge of automated measurement methods (FARO/laser tracker/CMM, etc.) is an asset
•    Good knowledge of mechanical blueprint reading
•    Good knowledge and use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
•    Effective communication skills (focused on internal and external customers)
•    Data analysis skills with a focus on continuous improvement
•    Must be fully mobile and available to travel within Canada and abroad
•    Must be functionally fluent in spoken and written English and French
•    Excellent work ethic
•    Training or knowledge of health and safety and general construction site work at HYDRO is an asset

What do we offer
•    Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
•    Pension plan;
•    Hybrid work mode;
•    Performance share plan;
•    Employee assistance program;
•    Employee individualized training and career plan. 

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Canada is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

ANDRITZ is:
•    Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
•    Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
•    Over 33 200 turbine units delivered

•    Over 135 years in electrical engineering
•    65 representative offices worldwide

•    More than 6100 employees worldwide including more than 600 in Canada

•    Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year

•    A complete range of designs up to 800 MW

•    20 manufacturing sites worldwide

•    20% of all turbines in operation worldwide

*Legal status to work in Canada is required.