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Supplier Quality Engineer – Electronics SME

Collins McNicholas Recruitment & HR Services Group
Department:Healthcare
Type:REMOTE
Region:Waterford
Location:Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland
Experience:Mid-Senior Level
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Job Description

Posted on: September 22, 2026

We are looking for an experienced looking for an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer with strong electronics expertise to join a leading regulated manufacturing organisation. Please note this is for an initial 12-month subcontracting role.


This is a specialist role supporting the electronics supply base, with responsibility for supplier quality investigations, electronic component changes, risk assessment and supplier performance.


Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the technical SME for PCBAs, ICs/semiconductors, wireless modules/SoCs, passive components and batteries
  • Review and risk assess supplier Product Change Notifications (PCNs), including obsolescence, die and fabrication changes
  • Lead SCARs, 8D investigations and supplier root cause analysis
  • Assess electronic component risks, failure modes and reliability considerations
  • Support supplier IQ/OQ/PQ validation and First Article Inspection (FAI) activities
  • Conduct supplier audits and technical assessments
  • Drive resolution and escalation of critical supplier quality issues


Requirements

  • Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • 5+ years' experience in electronics manufacturing and/or Supplier Quality
  • Strong understanding of electronic components and manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001
  • Experience with SCAR, 8D and CAPA
  • Working knowledge of ISO 13485 and FDA QMSR / 21 CFR 820
  • Strong supplier management and technical problem-solving skills
  • Experience with SPC/statistics, Veeva QMS, ISO 13485 Lead Auditor or ASQ CQE/CSQE certification would be advantageous.


For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Kevin Griffin. (021) 2427108

Originally posted on LinkedIn

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