Overview

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Supplier Quality Engineer on a 6 month contract based in Lincoln.

Role Summary

As a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for blades and vanes (BV) supporting our Small Gas Turbine (SGT) business, you will be part of a growing team in a position that entails a large responsibility. Your day will be filled with interesting supplier interactions such as addressing, processing and containing non-conformances, utilising your quality experience with tools such as 8D, RCA's and 5 why's, analysing data for trends and driving continuous improvement. You'll collaborate internally with experienced cross-functional teams to uphold our quality standards, while fostering strong relationships with our valued suppliers. We work in a global, multi-cultural environment with contacts across the world. Good people skills be key to your success.

Responsibilities

Address, process and contain supplier non-conformances and drive continuous improvement. Analyse data for trends and collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold quality standards. Foster strong relationships with suppliers in a global, multi-cultural environment.

Requirements

• Technical and Engineering Experience: A solid background in Engineering, R&D, or manufacturing is required (time served or degree qualified), with demonstrable experience of being a self-starter and dealing with unexpected supplier quality issues from beginning to end. Knowledge of inspection methodologies and capability. Knowledge of drawing interpretation (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). Experience in gas turbine blade/vane machining, casting and/or surface coating technology would be highly desirable. IT skills including excel/data manipulation.
• Quality and Risk Management: Proficiency in quality methods (5 why, FMEA, 8D, RCA) and risk management, with a focus on product functionality, delivery/cost, and resource constraints. Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (e.g. ISO9001), Supplier Quality Management (SQM) and Quality Control routines.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills across all levels of business. Developed initiative and diplomacy skills. Experience working within a global environment with good cultural awareness. Proven ability to manage multi-problem investigations simultaneously.
• Commitment and Travel: Demonstrates commitment, collaboration, positivity and structured work habits, with a willingness to travel as part of the job.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time