Suplier Quality Engineer

Are you a quality-focused engineer ready to take supplier management to the next level? Join a dynamic, innovative team ensuring our supply chain consistently delivers world-class quality, safety, and performance. This role is primarily based in Worcester, with up to 60% travel to supplier sites across the UK and Europe.

Supplier Qualification & Auditing

• Lead supplier audits (initial, process, surveillance) to verify compliance with quality, safety, and delivery standards.
• Assess suppliers against ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and PED standards.
• Qualify and onboard new suppliers through structured screening and capability assessments.
• Monitor approvals, certifications, and supplier performance against contractual and regulatory obligations.

Supplier Development & Performance Management

• Identify opportunities to improve supplier quality, delivery, and process capability.
• Drive root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (8D), and performance recovery plans.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, and Production to align supplier capabilities with product and manufacturing needs.
• Maintain and communicate supplier quality metrics, scorecards, and risk profiles.

Technical Quality Support

• Review supplier documentation including weld procedures, inspection reports, material certificates, and quality plans.
• Support introduction and validation of new or modified components/subassemblies.
• Participate in PPAP, FAIR, or equivalent product validation processes.
• Ensure compliance with pressure vessel and safety regulations relevant to supplied components.

Continuous Improvement

• Promote best practices in lean manufacturing, process control, defect reduction, and first-time-right culture among suppliers.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects focused on cost reduction, risk mitigation, or product launch readiness.

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, or related field.
• Experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer in manufacturing, HVAC, or engineered products.
• Strong auditing skills with knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 3834, and PED.
• Technical knowledge of fabrication, welding, CNC machining, assembly, and quality inspection techniques.
• Full UK Driver's Licence.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel 60% to UK and European suppliers.
• Formal qualifications in Engineering, Metallurgy, or Manufacturing Technology.
• Certified Lead/Internal Auditor (e.g., IRCA).
• Knowledge of materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, and copper.
• Experience using APQP, PPAP, 8D, FMEA, or other structured quality tools.

• Shape a world-class supply chain through auditing, mentoring, and continuous improvement.
• Engage in mission-critical projects where quality makes a visible impact.
• Join a forward-thinking, collaborative team with opportunities for personal growth and career progression.
• Travel, challenge, and variety-you'll never have a dull day.