STA Engineer - Electrification
6 month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment
Coventry
Up to £47,000 plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme
About the Role
We are seeking a Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) Engineer to take responsibility for managing the quality and technical performance of the Unipart Electrification supply base. You will play a vital role in ensuring the efficiency, quality, and technical capability of external suppliers. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deploy robust APQP processes, execute rigorous audits, implement continuous supplier development, and drive root cause problem-solving to ensure robust product introduction and operational excellence
As part of your key responsibilities you’ll focus on:
Quality Planning and Audits - Conduct new supplier validation, APQP, launch support, and ongoing surveillance audits to ensure standard compliance
Supplier Development and Technical Support - Support supplier nominations, drive continuous improvement, and provide technical assistance to key suppliers
Performance Monitoring and Compliance - Track supplier KPIs, manage customer-specific requirements, and handle escalation and reporting
Problem Resolution and Containment - Facilitate 8D root-cause problem solving and execute field action/stop shipment reviews for supplier concerns
About You
We’d love you to have the following skills and experience, but please apply if you think you’d be able to perform well in this role!
Automotive and Tier 1 Experience - Strong background in automotive manufacturing, Tier 1 supply base management, and customer-specific requirements
Quality Auditing and Compliance - Proven expertise in ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and VDA 6.3 auditing, including new supplier validation and ongoing surveillance audits
APQP and Launch Support - Deep understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes to ensure robust product introduction and launch execution
Electrification and Technical Capability - Technical knowledge of electrification supply chains, electrical components, and high-voltage safety standards
Supplier Development and Technical Assistance - Demonstrated ability to drive continuous supplier improvement, track KPIs, and manage technical performance
Problem Solving and Containment - Proficiency in facilitating 8D root-cause problem solving, implementing containment actions, and managing stop-shipment reviews
Qualifications - Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred
About Unipart
We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers’ supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it’s your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you ‘you’ - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you.