Company DescriptionWilliams F1 Supplier Quality Engineers ensure that every externally sourced component meets the extreme performance, safety, and reliability standards required for our team to deliver against the mantra our car never stops on track. The role blends advanced manufacturing quality, supplier development, and rapid problem solving under tight timelines. 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.
Job DescriptionCore Purpose: A 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.
They build strong supplier relationships, drive continuous improvement, and eliminate risks that could compromise car performance or reliability.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupplier audits — Assess, approve, and monitor suppliers through system, process, and product audits (ISO 9001, IATF 16949).Quality standards — Create and maintain Williams bespoke Quality SOPs, standards documents, and QMS procedures. APQP/PPAP — Validate new components using APQP, PPAP, FAI, and capability studies.
Root‐cause analysis — Lead 8D investigations, RCA, and corrective/preventive actions for supplier‐related issues.
Supplier development — Train, mentor, and technically develop suppliers to meet F1‐level precision and reliability.
Quality metrics — Track PPM, defect rates, on‐time delivery, and escalate risks early.
Control plans — Generate and implement product control plans aligned with engineering requirements.
Issue resolution — Drive rapid, robust responses to quality concerns using structured problem‐solving.
Cross‐functional collaboration — Work with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and race teams to ensure parts meet spec and arrive on time.
Technical Skills & KnowledgeEngineering drawings & GD&T — Ability to interpret complex drawings and tolerances.
Metallic materials — Knowledge of transmission manufacture, complex machining and associated QC techniques.
Composite materials — Understanding of carbon fibre lay‐up, autoclave curing, resin infusion, etc. Quality tools — Six Sigma, Lean, 8D, FMEA, CAPA.Quality management systems — ISO 9001 or similar QMS experience. ERP systems — Familiarity with D365 or equivalent.
Typical Candidate ProfileEngineering or Quality degree.
Experience in high‐tech, motorsport, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing.
Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and rapidly changing specifications.
Willingness to travel for supplier visits and audits Additional InformationAtlassian Williams F1 Team is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.
SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: EngineeringExperience level: AssociateIndustry: Sports
Supplier Quality Engineer in Retford employer: Williams Racing
At Williams F1 Racing Team, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the high-octane world of motorsport, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our Grove-based factory is not just a workplace; it's a hub for passionate individuals who thrive on pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, we provide our team members with unique opportunities to develop their skills while contributing to our mission of returning to the front of the grid.
