Quality Engineer

Job Title: Supplier Quality Engineer & Quality Engineer

Location: Northamptonshire

Sector: High-End Automotive & Motorsport

Project Type: Low Volume, High-Quality Focused

Supplier Quality Engineer (12-Month Contract or Permanent)

Contract:

• Outside IR35: £300 per day
• Fixed-Term Contract: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum

We are seeking a highly skilled Supplier Quality Engineer to join our dynamic team, working on prestigious high-end automotive and motorsport projects. This role focuses on ensuring that our suppliers meet the strict quality standards required for low-volume, high-precision products.

As a Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for managing supplier performance, conducting audits, and ensuring continuous improvement across the supply chain. This position offers flexibility, with the opportunity for a 12-month contract outside IR35 or a fixed-term contract of up to 60k per annum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Lead supplier development initiatives to improve quality performance.
• Review and approve supplier PPAPs (Production Part Approval Process) and FAI (First Article Inspection) reports.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and work with suppliers to implement corrective actions.
• Support new product development (NPD) and ensure supplier readiness for production ramp-up.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including purchasing, engineering, and operations.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Supplier Quality Engineer role within the automotive or motorsport industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and AS9100.
• Ability to manage and improve supplier quality performance.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with PPAP, FMEA, and APQP processes.

Quality Engineer (Permanent)

Salary: Up to £40,000/£45,000 per annum

We are also looking for a Quality Engineer to join our high-performing team. In this role, you will ensure that all aspects of product quality meet or exceed customer expectations. You will play a key role in maintaining the highest quality standards in low-volume, high-performance automotive and motorsport projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and maintenance of quality management systems (QMS).
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for product non-conformities.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Perform internal audits and assist in external audits.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including control plans, FMEA, and work instructions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reduce defects.

Key Requirements:

• Experience as a Quality Engineer within the automotive or motorsport sector.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, etc.).
• Experience in problem-solving techniques such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Six Sigma.
• Familiarity with quality tools such as FMEA, PPAP, and control plans.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Both roles offer the opportunity to work on cutting-edge, high-end automotive and motorsport projects, where precision and quality are paramount. Join us and contribute to the production of world-class products in an exciting and challenging environment.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter to robert.d@gts-search.com