Job Title:
Supplier Quality Engineer (UK, Remote - Darlington Area Preferred)

Job Description:
We're hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our VPI Supplier Quality team, supporting operations from our Darlington site. This is a mostly remote role, with occasional onsite visits required. Candidates located near Darlington are preferred.

You'll work closely with suppliers and internal teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing) to ensure quality compliance, support APQP/PPAP activities, resolve build issues, and drive continuous improvement. While no travel is needed initially, future visits to UK and European supplier sites may be required.

This contract runs until 31st December 2025, with potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

Partner with suppliers to meet quality and engineering requirements

Support new supplier/component selection

Lead issue resolution during builds

Drive APQP/PPAP processes and maintain quality metrics

Conduct audits and root cause investigations

Lead supplier improvement initiatives and FIRG activities

Requirements:

3-5 years in a Supplier Quality Engineer role

Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, Lean, Six Sigma, and quality systems

Degree or equivalent in Engineering or related field (experience may substitute)

Strong communication and collaboration skills