Supplier Quality Engineer – Global Audits, 60% Travel, Onsite

Armstrong Fluid Technology; Hampton Lovett; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong Fluid Technology is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to audit, qualify and develop suppliers, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and PED. The role requires collaboration with Procurement, Engineering and Production and involves significant travel across the UK and Europe.

You will review weld procedures, inspect documentation, support PPAP/8D processes and drive continuous improvement within the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or manufacturing related field.
• Significant experience as SQE in manufacturing/HVAC environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 3834, PED.
• Experience with welding quality, fabrication, CNC machining, inspection.
• Willingness to travel 60% in UK and Europe.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform supplier audits (initial, process, surveillance).
• Qualify and onboard suppliers; monitor approvals and performance.
• Drive root cause analysis and 8D corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Engineering, Production; maintain metrics.
• Support PPAP, FAIR, and product validation processes.
• Ensure compliance with pressure vessel and safety regs.

Skills

Auditing skills

Supplier quality

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

PPAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor in manufacturing/engineering

Certified Lead Auditor

IRCA certification

Tools

APQP

PPAP

8D problem solving

Job description

Armstrong Fluid Technology is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to audit, qualify and develop suppliers, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and PED. The role requires collaboration with Procurement, Engineering and Production and involves significant travel across the UK and Europe.

You will review weld procedures, inspect documentation, support PPAP/8D processes and drive continuous improvement within the supply chain.