Supplier Quality Engineer Jobs

Supplier Quality Engineers help organizations ensure that the materials, components, and services they source meet technical, regulatory, and customer requirements. Browse vetted Supplier Quality Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Openings are available across industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, electronics, and advanced manufacturing.

What Supplier Quality Engineers Do

These professionals work with suppliers and internal teams to prevent defects and strengthen quality throughout the supply chain. Typical responsibilities include evaluating supplier capabilities, conducting audits, reviewing inspection and production data, investigating nonconformances, and leading corrective and preventive actions. They may also support supplier selection, product launches, process changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with quality management systems, supplier audits, root-cause analysis, statistical process control, and corrective action methodologies. Familiarity with standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or industry-specific regulatory requirements may be valuable, depending on the role. Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills help engineers collaborate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Supplier Quality Engineer roles can span individual contributor, senior engineer, lead, and management positions. Compensation varies by industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore opportunities that match their qualifications and career goals.

Find Supplier Quality Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search current Supplier Quality Engineer openings and review job requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details. Use Ladders to identify opportunities where your supplier development, quality engineering, and manufacturing expertise can make an impact.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring supplier manufacturing readiness and performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues, drive continuous improvement, and maintain compliance with quality stand...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality for aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and mitigate risks while supporti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $117K *

Drive supplier quality excellence by building relationships and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Collaborate with global supply chains to enhance manufacturing processes for both sustaining...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you ensure supplier quality for electronic and mechanical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance, manage quality risks, and drive co...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage supplier quality performance to enhance compliance and reduce defects. Collaborate with internal teams to drive improvements and resolve complex issues, ensuring adherence to industry standards...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join us in driving excellence in supplier quality through advanced planning and validation. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure zero defects and optimize production flow, while leading continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving supplier quality through APQP, audits, and continuous performance monitoring. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production flow and ensure zero defects in critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in ensuring supplier quality by evaluating new vendors, developing quality plans, and driving performance improvements to meet industry standards in an innovative robotics environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the assurance of product quality and supplier compliance, overseeing the integration of high-quality components for Autonomous Mobile Robots while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Drive product excellence by enhancing supplier quality assurance processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading improvement initiatives to optimize cost and compliance, ensuring cus...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team focused on ensuring supplier quality through assessments and audits, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and optimizing supply chain strategies for enhanced performance and operati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Optimize supplier quality planning and execution from development to production, ensuring adherence to standards and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement and collaborate across teams to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage with suppliers to ensure quality compliance and drive continuous improvement in processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage and mitigate quality risks, enhancing supplier performance an...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform supplier quality by ensuring compliance with standards and driving improvements. Collaborate with suppliers to enhance processes, conduct audits, and resolve quality issues, while supporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $141K *

Empower a robust supply chain by leading supplier quality initiatives, resolving issues, and driving performance improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product excellence and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate supplier quality initiatives by fostering partnerships, driving compliance, and implementing robust quality systems. Lead audits and continuous improvement projects to enhance manufacturing...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive supplier quality improvements, collaborating with engineering and supply chain teams to enhance performance and customer satisfaction while utilizing advanced quality...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $97K *

Accelerate quality improvements by ensuring supplier compliance, driving initiatives for zero defects, and fostering collaboration across functions to enhance production integrity and product standard...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower the growth of supplier quality by enhancing the aerospace supply chain, ensuring compliance, optimizing performance metrics, and fostering strong relationships with suppliers while coordinatin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Join our team as a Supplier Quality Engineer, Level II, driving quality compliance in aerospace procurement. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement metrics, manage supplier relations, and lead qua...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $156K *

Partner with us to enhance supplier quality and stabilize manufacturing processes. Leverage your engineering expertise to ensure compliance with specifications and drive corrective actions in a dynami...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive supplier quality excellence by evaluating, qualifying, and improving suppliers for aerospace systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with quality standards and enhance production...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $186K *

Bring your expertise to the forefront of supplier quality management, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across aerospace suppliers. Work collaboratively to enhance processes, conduct audi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure supplier quality and compliance in the medical device industry. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance part quality, drive improvements, and prevent issues, while enga...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $108K *

Empower supplier quality assurance by managing supplier evaluations, compliance, and performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and ensure adherence to regulat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Supplier Quality Engineer do?question toggle

    A Supplier Quality Engineer works with suppliers and internal teams to ensure sourced materials, components, and processes meet quality, technical, regulatory, and customer requirements. Duties may include audits, performance monitoring, nonconformance investigations, and corrective actions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Supplier Quality Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for a degree or equivalent experience in engineering or a related field, quality or manufacturing experience, and knowledge of supplier audits, root-cause analysis, quality management systems, and corrective action processes. Relevant industry standards may also be required.

  • Which industries hire Supplier Quality Engineers?question toggle

    Supplier Quality Engineers are hired in industries including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, electronics, energy, industrial equipment, and other manufacturing sectors.

  • How much do Supplier Quality Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information and requirements.

  • What is the difference between a Supplier Quality Engineer and a Quality Engineer?question toggle

    A Supplier Quality Engineer primarily focuses on the quality of externally sourced materials, components, and supplier processes. A Quality Engineer may focus more broadly on quality across a company’s internal production, products, or systems, though responsibilities can overlap.