Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

G&P Quality Management Ltd. is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to provide on-site and supplier-facing quality support for a high-performance automotive OEM. This role is focused on issue containment, fault identification, root cause validation, and supplier corrective action closure, supporting engine and engine component supply continuity.

3-6 month Contract | £28-30 per hour (Inside IR35)

Key Responsibilities

Identify, assess, and manage supplier quality issues impacting engine and engine component supply.

Lead and coordinate containment activities (supplier, in-house, and customer) to protect production.

Review, challenge, and conclude supplier 8D submissions, ensuring robust root cause, corrective, and preventive actions.

Support and verify inspection activities, including interim inspection, sort, and rework where required.

Assess supplier response effectiveness and escalate risks where resolution is inadequate or delayed.

Work closely with OEM engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to resolve quality concerns.

Maintain accurate quality records, issue trackers, and reporting to support governance and escalation.

Experience & Knowledge

Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as an SQE within the automotive sector.

Strong experience with engines and engine components (machined parts, assemblies, or related systems).

Hands-on experience managing non-conformances, containment, inspection, and corrective action at supplier level.

Solid working knowledge of 8D problem-solving, root cause analysis, and verification of effectiveness.

Understanding of automotive quality standards and tools (IATF 16949 awareness, APQP/PPAP fundamentals).

Confident communicator, able to challenge suppliers and engage effectively with internal stakeholders.

Location & Availability

Based within 45 minutes of the Hams Hall.

Able to support on-site activity and supplier visits as required.

Candidate Profile

A practical, delivery-focused SQE with strong shop-floor credibility, capable of stabilising quality issues quickly and driving suppliers to effective, sustainable resolution. The role requires decisiveness, technical confidence, and a hands-on approach to protecting production and supply.

If this role sounds like it could be of interest, then please apply today for a confidential chat.

Established in 1994, G&P Quality Management is a world-leading provider of quality management services to the manufacturing industry, primarily in the automotive, aerospace and off-highway sectors. G&P operates as both an employment business and employment agency in providing and advertising opportunities for our clients.

G&P’s philosophy is to provide efficient and effective solutions to eliminate disruptions throughout the manufacturing process and supply chain to support the drive for zero defects reaching the end user.

G&P Quality Management is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age