Supplier Quality Engineer – United Kingdom

Swj Technology, Llc; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to manage quality processes and inspections in automotive manufacturing. This role, based in Goodwood, West Sussex, focuses on ensuring compliance with test plans and involves close collaboration with OEM teams. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in supplier quality engineering. A strong focus on communication and continuous improvement is essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Supplier or Quality Engineering within automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of OEM systems, quality standards, and test plan development.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Customer Engineers/Suppliers on new project set up.
• Create a comprehensive Test Plan covering all job requirements.
• Ensure takt time assessment is completed on all parts.
• Update the OEM systems with all necessary information.
• Use communication skills to relay information effectively.

Skills

Supplier and OEM project coordination

Test plan creation and execution

Takt time and cost matrix assessment

Strong verbal and written communication

Problem solving and issue escalation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field

Job description

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for a client in the automotive industry, specializing in car manufacturing. This is a direct-hire for an assigned project based in Goodwood, West Sussex, UK that requires onsite presence. If you’re eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.

PURPOSE

The Supplier Quality Engineer reports directly to the Shift Manager with a supporting line to the OEM Quality Department. The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for carrying out assessments to establish faults and quality processes and creating work instructions for Containment Teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaise with Customer Engineers/Suppliers on new project set up to ensure correct Test Plan and authorizations are received.
• Create a comprehensive Test Plan covering the full requirements of the job from start to finish covering all the task/responsibilities to be taken by the inspector.
• Ensure takt time assessment is completed on all parts and the correct cost matrix reference is allocated.
• Update the OEM systems with all information required.
• Use excellent communication skills to convey information effectively to the OEM customer and explain processes and procedures thoroughly to Inspectors and Supervisors.
• Ensure a clear and effective communication within the team, to SWJ staff and with the OEM Quality/Mfg support teams.
• Advise Customers’ supervisors/team leaders clearly of all the relevant concerns identified during the ongoing evaluation activities.
• Support the Group continuous improvement culture by supporting the team on creation of improvement suggestions and their implementation.
• Assist in specific business activities as and when required.
• Any other duties for which the Supplier Quality Engineer holds the appropriate skills.
• As needed, cover the role of other Supplier Quality Engineers in their absence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in Supplier or Quality Engineering within automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of OEM systems, quality standards, and test plan development.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Supplier and OEM project coordination.
• Test plan creation and execution.
• Takt time and cost matrix assessment.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Problem solving and issue escalation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE

• Location: Goodwood, West Sussex, UK
• Schedule: Mon – Fri, 40h hours/week
• Assignment Start: February 2026

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.