Supplier Quality Engineer

Randstad Enterprise; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Sourceright is recruiting for a Package Repair Coordinator/SQE to support a world leader in energy manufacturing. The role focuses on managing external vendors, improving supplier quality, and ensuring parts meet strict standards.

You will analyze quality data, apply root-cause tools, and collaborate with global teams while traveling to supplier sites as needed. A solid engineering background and strong data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering, R&D, or manufacturing background with a relevant degree.
• Experience with GD&T and inspection methodologies.
• Experience in global supplier quality within manufacturing.
• Willingness to travel to supplier sites.
• Strong data manipulation and MS Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Address, contain non-conforming parts or materials when identified.
• Use 8D, RCA, and 5 Whys to investigate errors.
• Engage with external vendors to troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Supervise supplier quality performance and CAPA.
• Initiate and lead quality improvement programs and risk mitigation.
• Monitor, track, and report supplier quality data and KPIs.
• Support PPQ to ensure parts are manufactured correctly.
• Guide suppliers in adhering to QMS and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold quality standards.
• Present findings and data trends to management.
• Work with commodity supplier quality group to share best practices.
• Travel as required; manage multiple investigations simultaneously.
• Demonstrate diplomacy and initiative across business hierarchies.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

8D problem solving

5 Whys

Data manipulation

Cross-cultural communication

Project coordination

Supplier quality management

Education

Engineering degree or related

Tools

Excel

Job description

Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services is currently recruiting for a Package Repair Coordinator to join a World leader offering Products, Solutions and Services across the entire Energy value chain on behalf of a well established manufacturing organisation to play a key role in supporting Manufacturing Operations. You will shape a competitive, sustainable supply chain, partnering globally to drive productivity, quality, and digitalization.

The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is a high-responsibility role within the Small Gas Turbine (SGT) business, focusing on managing external vendors that supply critical blades and vanes (BV). Acting as the primary bridge between Siemens Energy and its global supply chain, the SQE is responsible for monitoring supplier performance, minimizing quality risks, and ensuring all components meet strict internal quality standards.

The day-to-day workload is fast-paced and split between technical problem-solving and cross-cultural communication. Key responsibilities include addressing and containing component non-conformances, utilizing root-cause analysis tools (such as 8D and 5 Whys), and supporting Product and Process Qualifications (PPQ). The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a solid engineering or manufacturing background, strong data manipulation skills, and a willingness to travel to supplier sites to foster strong working relationships.

Some of the duties will include but are not limited to:

• Address, process, and contain non-conforming parts or materials when they are identified.
• Utilize your quality engineering toolkit—including tools like 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and 5 Whys—to investigate why errors occurred.
• Engage directly with external vendors to help them troubleshoot and resolve issues related to their manufacturing processes.
• Supervise overall supplier quality performance, ensuring they implement proper corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Initiate and lead quality improvement programs and risk mitigation measures with underperforming suppliers.
• Continuously monitor, track, and report on supplier quality data, actively contributing to team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Support Product and Process Qualifications (PPQ) to ensure parts are manufactured correctly from the start.
• Guide and support suppliers in properly adhering to Siemens Energy Quality Management Processes, standards, and digital tools.
• Work closely with experienced, internal cross-functional teams to uphold quality standards across the SGT (Small Gas Turbine) business.
• Clearly present findings, quality risks, and data trends to all levels of the business using strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the non-blade and vane commodity supplier quality group to share knowledge and best practices.
• You must have a solid background in Engineering, R&D, or manufacturing, which can be backed by either a relevant degree or being time-served in the industry.
• Proven knowledge of drawing interpretation, specifically including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• A strong understanding of inspection methodologies and measuring capabilities.
• Solid general IT skills, which must include proficiency in Excel and data manipulation.
• Core proficiency in standard industry quality methods, specifically 5 Why, FMEA, 8D, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (such as ISO9001), Supplier Quality Management (SQM), and standard Quality Control routines.
• The ability to manage risk while keeping a strict focus on product functionality, delivery/cost constraints, and resource limitations.
• You must be a proven self-starter who can independently manage unexpected supplier quality issues from start to finish.
• The proven ability to manage multiple complex problem investigations simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills across all business hierarchies, backed by developed diplomacy and initiative.
• Experience working within a global environment with strong cross-cultural awareness.
• Demonstrated commitment, structured work habits, collaboration, positivity, and a willingness to travel as a required part of the job.
• Experience working specifically with gas turbine blades or vanes.
• Hands-on experience or familiarity with specialized manufacturing methods, specifically: