Supplier Quality Engineer

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. ​   Are you passionate about quality, supplier performance, and continuous improvement in an industrial environment? Join our team as a Supplier Quality Engineer and play a key role in ensuring the quality, compliance, and reliability of purchased products and services while contributing to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Working closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams, you will drive supplier quality assurance activities and support the continuous improvement of our supply chain processes.

Responsibilities Support supplier selection and approval activities in collaboration with Supply Chain and Purchasing teams. Plan, conduct, and follow up on supplier audits to assess compliance, process maturity, and quality performance. Qualify new suppliers and new product/supplier combinations to ensure quality and regulatory requirements are met. Work closely with suppliers to ensure purchased products and services conform to specifications and customer requirements. Investigate supplier-related non-conformities, lead root cause analyses, and monitor corrective action implementation using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, PDCA, etc.). Collaborate with Quality Control, Production, Engineering, and Purchasing teams to reduce supplier-related quality issues and improve overall product quality. Monitor supplier quality performance through KPIs and support supplier development and improvement initiatives. Develop and manage supplier quality documentation including APQP and PPAP deliverables. Participate in risk assessments, process FMEAs, and continuous improvement projects related to purchased products and supply chain processes. Support internal quality audits and contribute to the ongoing improvement of quality management processes. Travel Up to 30% travel, primarily within France, for supplier audits, qualification activities, and performance reviews.

Bachelor's or Master's degree (Bac+5) in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 1 year of experience in a Quality, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Industrial Engineering role. Knowledge of quality management systems and standards such as EN9100 and ISO 9001. Understanding of supplier quality processes, quality assurance methodologies, and continuous improvement principles. Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies such as APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5 Why, 5M, QRQC, and PDCA. Working knowledge of metrology and dimensional inspection techniques. Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken). Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Valid driver's license.

Experience within the aerospace, defense, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries. Knowledge of aviation regulations such as EASA Part 21G and Part 145. Experience performing supplier, process, product, or traceability audits. Familiarity with ERP systems and supplier quality management tools. Certification in quality methodologies or auditing (Lead Auditor, Six Sigma, etc.). Experience developing and managing APQP/PPAP documentation with suppliers. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach. Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities. Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams. Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, rigor, and commitment to continuous improvement. Carrières-sur-Seine (78), France Reports to the Supply Chain & QSE Manager.