Supplier Quality Engineer

Gordon Murray Automotive; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury automotive company based in the UK seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer to conduct supplier audits, manage quality issues, and support new projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in Powertrain and strong knowledge of APQP and FMEA. This is a full-time role offering competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Private Medical Scheme

Life Assurance

Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Personal Pension Plan

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme

Parking Onsite

Qualifications

• Experience in Powertrain, Chassis, Vehicle Structure, Electrical/Electronics, and Interior commodity groups.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and FMEA.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and manage non-conformance.
• Support new projects and manage APQP activities.
• Facilitate containment activities at suppliers.

Skills

Experience in Powertrain

Strong knowledge of APQP

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Tools

Good communication skills

Organised and self-directed

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Supplier Quality Engineer role at Gordon Murray Automotive. Gordon Murray Automotive is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world’s greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.

Department: Quality

Location: Windlesham, United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits as defined in the Supplier Audit Plan. Audits may include Initial audits for Supplier Nomination, ongoing surveillance audits, and Process & Product Audits.
• Act as the main quality signatory for the sign-off of newly nominated suppliers, based on audit results and supplier quality capability assessment.
• Support new projects (NPI) and manage APQP activities with selected suppliers in line with internal APQP deliverables for assigned projects.
• Participate in DFMEA & PFMEA activities and ensure identified critical and significant characteristics are understood and cascaded to suppliers as part of APQP and overall quality activities.
• Agree PPAP requirements with suppliers and review/approve/reject PPAP submissions.
• Ensure supplier measurement and inspection strategy aligns with Engineering requirements and internal quality and Goods Inwards inspection.
• Confirm ISIRs are completed and submitted for review.
• Engage with and manage nominated suppliers to ensure they consistently deliver products that meet defined requirements and specifications.
• Effectively manage supplier non-conformance to prevent recurrence using standard problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, Ishikawa, 5 Why).
• Facilitate containment activities at suppliers and ensure robust root cause analysis, preventive/corrective actions, and final verification to close concerns.
• Escalate unresolved supplier quality issues to the line manager.
• Conduct lessons learned sessions with suppliers at project phase starts and support in-house lessons learned exercises where applicable.
• Promote continuous improvement techniques such as Lean, Six-Sigma, Poka-Yoke, and Measurement System Analysis.
• Collect and analyse data for KPIs and report to line manager and the business as required.
• Assist in resolving supplier quality issues in collaboration with Engineering and Supply Chain functions.
• Act as point of contact for lineside supplier quality queries and support internal triage processes for concerns raised.
• Collaborate with internal Quality and Goods Inwards Inspectors to share clear and accurate information with suppliers and internal teams for timely resolution of supplier concerns.
• May lead nominated SQE projects and may stand in for the line manager in their absence.
• Travel to the UK and overseas as required by the role (Full UK driving license required).

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in Powertrain, Chassis, Vehicle Structure, Electrical/Electronics, and Interior commodity groups; detailed knowledge of Powertrain is of particular interest.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and FMEA. Certification of AIAG Core Tools Training is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Tools (5S, Value Stream Mapping, TPM, OEE, Gemba, Kaizen, PDCA, Six Sigma) is advantageous.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949:2016; knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2015 is beneficial.
• Knowledge/experience in Metrology, Inspection Methods, and Measuring Equipment; ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Understanding of various automotive manufacturing processes; ability to work in a dynamic environment and prioritize workload.
• Good communication, interpersonal skills, and teamwork; strong negotiation abilities.
• Ability to compile and present data effectively with strong presentation skills.
• Organised, persuasive, resourceful, flexible, ambitious, self-directed, and committed to delivering objectives; comfortable challenging existing processes.
• Clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the business.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Private Medical Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Personal Pension Plan
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme
• Parking Onsite

Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application. All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Quality Assurance

Industries: Automotive