SPQD Engineer -Supplier Product Quality Development

Req ID:509294

Location: Derby

Appointment Basis: FTC 15 Months

Apply by: 20/03/26

Salary + Benefits: circa 45k p.a.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting the Current SQ team to:

• Monitor quality during the development phase of the supplier's product/process and ensure compliance with Alstom requirements.
• Deliver project quality activities for critical purchased parts from release of the first Supplier Part List till First Article Inspection (FAI).
• Perform supplier quality risk assessments at Business award stage.
• Ensure Quality Alstom requirements are respected before the 'Go Order' milestone.
• Accountable for operational delivery of validation of industrial capability of supplier manufacturing process.

Responsible for Go/No-go decisions for 'Go Production', 'Go for First Train Validation' and 'FAI'.

Prepare and perform customer FAI when requested.

Follow-up supplier deliverables through Supplier Quality Portal (SQP).

Follow-up supplier action plans and Supplier Quality Status (SQS).

Trigger supplier escalation process when SPQD deliverables are at risk and animate problem solving.

Evaluate supplier maturity through FMEA, control plan, skills matrix, work instructions, etc.

Deliver audits/assessments of suppliers when needed.

Solve critical non-conformities and warranty issues when escalated.

Prepare first delivery requirements for incoming inspection.

Management & Reporting:

• Perform regular reporting of activities (DFQ gates preparation, readiness reviews, FAI GO Right First Time, open items follow-up, supplier monitoring).
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Animate return of experience (REX) for scope, share operational experience and good practices through LLC (lesson learnt cards).
• Participate in company's continuous improvement programs (APSYS).
  
  

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience within manufacturing industry or in a Quality or Project role.
• Experience managing supplier relationships.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP system.
• Knowledge of quality tools (PFMEA, control plan, QRQC, 8D, Quality Wall).
• Familiar with supplier qualification standards (ISO, ASME, IRIS, Local Standards).
• Ability to read supplier contracts and technical documentation.
• Linked with Quality & Continuous Improvement competencies matrix.
• Expertise in Supplier Quality processes at product & process development and execution phase.
• Leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to train.
  
  

Desirable:

• Management experience in Supplier Quality.
• Railway experience is a plus.
• Quality inspection experience within manufacturing industry.
• Experience with typical products and defect modes.
• Experience in Quality/audit valued.
  
  

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

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