Strategic Supplier Quality - Mechanical (SQE)

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud. Within CO&I, the Global EPC Strategy & Advancement (GSA) organization is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The Microsoft portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services.  The Strategic Supplier Quality - Mechanical (SQE) drives supplier quality, development and continuous improvement across mechanical equipment, ensuring suppliers meet Microsoft’s technical and quality requirements. The role leads supplier qualification activities, audits, inspections and Factory Witness Testing (FWT), while addressing non-conformances and performing root cause analysis of equipment failures. It works closely with suppliers, engineering, supply chain and construction teams to improve manufacturing performance, equipment reliability and reduce quality risk to datacenter delivery. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Drives mechanical  / thermal equipment supplier quality improvement initiatives, supports supplier selection for the region and conducts supplier audits.   Leads part qualification processes through implementation of product quality plans, equipment inspections, factory witness testing, and manufacturing process qualifications.  Assesses equipment quality and manufacturing processes to ensure suppliers meet Microsoft capabilities and requirements, address non-conformances, mitigate escaping defects that may impact sites, and develop critical supplier engagement strategies to proactively address gaps. Drives root cause analysis of equipment failures and supplier non-conformances whilst developing suppliers to mitigate risks to Microsoft Provides technical support and guidance for improving equipment quality and supplier development   Partners with NPI, category management, supply chain, engineering, construction, and vendors to identify equipment quality performance gaps, opportunities for improvements, testing protocols, and implement corrective actions at suppliers.

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field AND technical engineering experience OR master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field AND technical engineering experience. Demonstrated experience in supplier Lifecyle management and application of quality tools Demonstrated experience in supplier qualification and performance management.   While not required, we also look for the following  Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Quality, Manufacturing, process improvement or related experience in electrical system equipment such as LV/MV, PDUs, Transformers, UPS, etc.  Technical knowledge, ideally with experience in multiple sectors and industries  Experience with data center operations, EPC, or mission critical equipment  Experience with manufacturing environments, technical specifications  Lean 6 Sigma Greenbelt / Gemba experience.  ASQ Certification Background Check Requirements:  Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:  Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon