Rubicon Consulting

Supplier Quality Engineer

Posted: Nov 2, 2025

Job Description

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Supplier Quality Engineer on a 6 month contract based in Lincoln.Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Role SummaryAs a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for blades and vanes (BV) supporting ourSmall Gas Turbine (SGT) business, you will be part of a growing team in a positionthat entails a large responsibility!Your day will be filled with interesting supplier interactions such as; addressing,processing and containing non-conformances, utilising your quality experiencewith tools such as 8D, RCA’s and 5 why’s, analysing data for trends and drivingcontinuous improvement. You'll collaborate internally with experienced cross-functional teams to uphold our quality standards, while fosteringstrong 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.Requirements Technical and Engineering Experience: A solid background in Engineering, R&D,or manufacturing is required (time served or degree qualified), with demonstrableexperience of being a self-starter and dealing with unexpected supplier qualityissues from beginning to end. Knowledge of inspection methodologies andcapability. Knowledge of drawing interpretation (Geometric Dimensioning andTolerancing). Experience in gas turbine blade/vane machining, casting and/orsurface coating technology would be highly desirable. IT skills including excel/datamanipulation. 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 presentationskills 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, positivityand structured work habits, with a willingness to travel as part of the job.Our CompanyRubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time

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