Supplier Quality / Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Supplier Quality / Manufacturing Engineer

City: Madrid

Kontron Transportation is a leading global supplier of end-to-end communication solutions for mission‑critical networks. Our company specializes in systems that produce, transport, and process voice, data, and video—reliably, securely, sustainably, and efficiently. We employ more than 700 people across 11 locations in Europe, with our headquarters in Vienna. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We promote teamwork and support our employees in their career planning and professional development—an essential part of our management approach. Our commitment to a more sustainable society is clear and reflected in our decisions and CSR initiatives.

We welcome experienced professionals, graduates, and school leavers who share our approach to working, which is founded on collaboration and success.

As an employer, we are committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome applications regardless of gender, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or national origin.

We are looking for a proactive and meticulous individual to oversee suppliers’ manufacturing activities, ensure compliance with technical requirements, and provide support in product validation.



Responsibilities:

· Analyze and interpret technical documentation (drawings, specifications, and engineering requirements), ensuring their correct application in manufacturing processes.

· Supervise and monitor the quality of suppliers’ production processes, ensuring compliance with defined quality standards and technical requirements.

· Identify, document, and report technical issues to the engineering department—whether related to documentation or supplier execution—and collaborate in defining corrective actions.

· Monitor supplier schedules, verifying compliance with deadlines, manufacturing milestones, and committed delivery dates.

· Conduct technical inspections and audits at supplier facilities, evaluating processes, products, and quality systems.

· In support of the design department, perform hardware and functional tests on prototypes and production equipment, validating their proper operation in accordance with specifications.

Qualifications:

- Education: Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Electronic, Mechanical, or similar).

- Experience: Previous experience in industrial settings, preferably in supplier management, quality, or manufacturing.

. More than 5 years of experience in industrial environments, with responsibilities in supplier management, quality, or manufacturing processes.

- Technical Knowledge:

. Ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation.

. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control.

. Experience conducting audits and technical inspections.

. Ability to perform functional tests and product validations.

- Languages: Technical English proficiency (preferred).

- Personal Skills:

. Analytical skills and attention to detail.

. Communication and teamwork skills.

. Proactivity and problem-solving skills.

. Ability to organize and track tasks and deadlines.

· Availability: Willingness to travel to supplier facilities.

- B1 driver’s license

- The following will be highly valued:

. Previous experience working with international suppliers.

. Knowledge of quality standards (ISO or others).

. Experience in industrialization environments.

Our Benefits:

As a leading international company in the mission-critical networks sector, we offer exciting and varied tasks across a range of specialist areas. Working with the latest technologies, implementing innovative projects, and collaborating with a wide variety of customers are just some of the factors that drive the Kontron team.

Community and success—these are the values for our cooperation. Become part of our motivated, international team:

•    Flexible hours.

•    Hybrid work model

•    Life and accident insurance.

•    Flexible compensation.