Power Subsystem Qualification Engineer/Project Manager

IntroductionAs a Hardware Developer at IBM, you'll get to work on the systems that are driving the quantum revolution and the AI era. Join an elite team of engineering professionals who enable IBM customers to make better decisions quicker on the most trusted hardware platform in today's market.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesSYSzART19 / #GHOSTBe a leader at a leading company. IBM is seeking an experienced Power Engineer supporting IBM's Mainframe (System z), Storage & Power Systems Brand business in Rochester, MN.You will use your leadership & technical skills to partner with the world's leading suppliers & IBM Development teams to ensure new technologies are qualified to support IBM new product introductions. You will also support IBM Manufacturing, Supplier Manufacturing & Client Care Teams to ensure ongoing support of production productYou will be responsible to manage all aspects of your assigned technology including technology convergence, developing technology roadmaps, qualification, communication of technical specifications, environmental compliance, and resolution of all quality/reliability issues. You will work closely with your Suppliers & IBM Development Teams to qualify products and pro-actively manage quality by driving continuous improvement activities. Some travel, both domestic and international, may be required.The Power Subsystem commodities that the candidate may support are custom Power Supplies, Power Distribution Units, Batteries, Voltage Regulators and other Power related electronics.Job responsibilities include:* External supplier evaluation and selection* Perform process and part qualification activities at external suppliers for Power commodities* Define and establish the qualification test requirements including programming, tester automation, and results analysis* Ensure suppliers are meeting IBM specifications for quality, reliability and functionality* Interface with Development Engineering to ensure optimal design for manufacturability and system level qualification requirements* Work with suppliers to drive quality improvements and cost reductions* Support IBM Manufacturing line quality issues* Perform Failure Analysis (FA) and debug on qualification samples, IBM Manufacturing, and client failures in order to identify short/long term solutions* Conduct root cause analysis and provide effective corrective actions* Develop and review power assembly tests during supplier manufacturing processRequired Technical and Professional Expertise* Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering* A minimum of 10 years of experience in Power Electronics* A minimum of 5 years of experience in Project Management* Exposure to Power Assembly supplier manufacturing processes* Demonstrated communication skills in a customer/supplier facing environment* US Citizenship requiredPreferred Technical and Professional Expertise* Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering* Knowledge in LabView programming* Experience in statistical analysis methods* Lean Six-Sigma (LSS) or Design for Excellence (DOX) training* Knowledge of Battery Cell technology* Hands on experience with Power related lab equipmentNoneAbout Business UnitIBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.Your Life @ IBMWhat matters to you when you're looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Location StatementFor additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.IBM intends this job to be performed entirely outside of Colorado.Being You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.