Supplier Quality Engineer

Dorset Innovation Park, Winfrith (Dorchester)
Permanent

About the Role
TKMS ATLAS UK is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join the Operations team and support the improvement of supplier quality across the supply chain.

This role focuses on ensuring suppliers meet the required quality standards from **initial approval through to ongoing monitoring and improvement**. You’ll work closely with procurement, engineering, and suppliers to help resolve quality issues and improve supplier performance.

The position reports to the Quality Manager- Supply Chain and offers the opportunity to work within a technically advanced maritime defence environment.

TKMS ATLAS UK supports flexible working arrangements, including full-time, part-time, or condensed hours, helping employees maintain a strong work–life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits, including initial approval and ongoing surveillance
• Manage supplier non-conformances and root cause investigations
• Support supplier development and improvement activities
• Work with Procurement on supplier performance and improvement strategies
• Review and support First Article and product audits (FCA/PCA)
• Assist with new product introduction (NPI) into the supply chain
• Develop and monitor supplier quality metrics and performance trends
• Work with engineering teams and suppliers to resolve design and production quality issues
• Develop supplier quality requirements and risk-based audit schedules
• Build strong working relationships with suppliers to drive continuous improvement

Skills and Experience
We’re looking for someone with experience in manufacturing or quality engineering, ideally within a regulated engineering environment.

Essential

• Experience working in manufacturing, production, or quality engineering
• Knowledge of ISO9001 and AS9102 (AS9100 desirable)
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action (8D or similar)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team

Desirable

• Experience in supplier quality management
• Practical experience conducting supplier audits
• Knowledge of APQP, configuration control, and change management
• Experience auditing special manufacturing processes
• Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification (or willingness to obtain one)

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and able to take initiative
• Strong problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Resilient and confident when enforcing quality standards
• Focused on delivering high-quality outcomes and customer satisfaction
• Willing to travel when required

Additional Information

• Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
• TKMS ATLAS UK is an equal opportunities employer.