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Supplier Quality Engineers directly influence car performance by ensuring every component leaves the supplier and our factory to go to the track to the correct specification.\n Core Purpose:\nA Supplier Quality Engineer at Williams safeguards the quality of all purchased parts-metallic, composite, electronic, and precision-machined-ensuring they arrive right first time and can withstand the challenges of F1 racing.\nThey build strong supplier relationships, drive continuous improvement, and eliminate risks that could compromise car performance or reliability.\nKey Responsibilities\nSupplier audits - Assess, approve, and monitor suppliers through system, process, and product audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949).\nQuality standards - Create and maintain Williams bespoke Quality SOPs, standards documents, and QMS procedures.\nAPQP/PPAP - Validate new components using APQP, PPAP, FAI, and capability studies.\nRoot-cause analysis - Lead 8D investigations, RCA, and corrective/preventive actions for supplier-related issues.\nSupplier development - Train, mentor, and technically develop suppliers to meet F1-level precision and reliability.\nQuality metrics - Track PPM, defect rates, on-time delivery, and escalate risks early.\nControl plans - Generate and implement product control plans aligned with engineering requirements.\nIssue resolution - Drive rapid, robust responses to quality concerns using structured problem-solving.\nCross-functional collaboration - Work with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and race teams to ensure parts meet spec and arrive on time.\nTechnical Skills & Knowledge\nEngineering drawings & GD&T - Ability to interpret complex drawings and tolerances.\nMetallic materials - Knowledge of transmission manufacture, complex machining and associated QC techniques.\nComposite materials - Understanding of carbon fibre lay-up, autoclave curing, resin infusion, etc.\nQuality tools - Six Sigma, Lean, 8D, FMEA, CAPA.\nQuality management systems - ISO 9001 or similar QMS experience.\nERP systems - Familiarity with D365 or equivalent.\nTypical Candidate Profile\nEngineering or Quality degree.\nExperience in high-tech, motorsport, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing.\nStrong analytical and communication skills.\nAbility to work under pressure with tight deadlines and rapidly changing specifications.\nWillingness to travel for supplier visits and audits \nAtlassian Williams F1 Team is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. 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