Supplier Quality Engineer Jobs in Texas
Supplier quality engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, oil and gas, automotive, and semiconductor manufacturing, with openings at every level from entry-level quality technician to senior supplier quality engineer. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin lead hiring, and established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and Baker Hughes maintain ongoing supplier quality teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties are PPAP and APQP documentation, AS9100 and ISO 9001 auditing, and supplier development for advanced manufacturing supply chains. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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TechnipFMC is committed to driving real change in the energy industry. Our ambition is to build a sustainable future through relentless innovation and global collaboration – and we want you to be part of it. You’ll be joining a culture that values curiosity, expertise, and ideas as well as equal opportunities, inclusion, and authenticity. Bring your unique energy to our team of more than 21,000 people worldwide, and discover a rewarding, fulfilling, and varied career that you can take in anywhere you want to go.
Job Purpose
Lead supplier quality and development activities for a specific value stream by strengthening supplier partnerships, driving preventive and improvement initiatives, managing strategic risks, and supporting the resolution of critical systemic issues across the supply chain
Job Description
- Lead/Responsible for Supplier Qualification, Audits, onboarding and overall supplier development activities.
- Superior understanding of Supply Chain management and application of improvement tools.
- Collaborate with Sourcing teams relating to develop sourcing strategies and strategic initiatives within the Value Stream.
- Lead improvements/PMT on complex and systemic quality events.
- Responsible for prevention activities (prevention-based process verification, etc.)
- Manage a team of Supplier Development Leads/Engineers.
- Responsible/collaborate with risk managers, projects, execution team to identify and manage risks through process improvements, lessons learned and other prevention activities.
- Collaborate with Projects/Execution teams on supplier development activities.
Work Environment:
Supplier sites, customer sites/meetings, and/or the manufacturing shop. May be exposed to possible shop or lab hazards including high noise and heavy equipment when in those work areas. Travel as necessary visiting FMC regional offices, plants and makes visits to existing and potential vendor’s facilities as required.
Physical Demands:
Frequent sitting and operating a computer and walking within a shop environment. Fast paced atmosphere with multiple priorities and constant change. Some travel for vendor and/or client contact.
You are meant for this job if:
- BS or MS in engineering/technical or equivalent recognition in a technical or quality field
- 10+ years in overall Supply Chain or in Engineering experiences
- Fundamental understanding of foundational quality principles
- Advanced knowledge of various root cause analysis tools (fishbone, 5 Whys, etc.)Team player, develop and nurture environment for everyone to succeed
- Inspire trust with peers and senior leaders through appropriate communication and actions to build consensus around recommended Supply Chain strategies
- Ability to navigate and manage ambiguity in a changing business context
- Communication & Managerial skills
- Able to evaluate the best utilization of various core manufacturing processes such as fabrications, machining, forging, welding/NDE, and/or OEM products and work with suppliers to provide suggestion/improvement
Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes equal opportunities and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matter and we encourage you to add to our culture.
TechnipFMC respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
TechnipFMC is committed to driving real change in the energy industry. Our ambition is to build a sustainable future through relentless innovation and global collaboration – and we want you to be part of it. You’ll be joining a culture that values curiosity, expertise, and ideas as well as equal opportunities, inclusion, and authenticity. Bring your unique energy to our team of more than 21,000 people worldwide, and discover a rewarding, fulfilling, and varied career that you can take in anywhere you want to go.
Job Purpose
Lead supplier quality and development activities for a specific value stream by strengthening supplier partnerships, driving preventive and improvement initiatives, managing strategic risks, and supporting the resolution of critical systemic issues across the supply chain
Job Description
- Lead/Responsible for Supplier Qualification, Audits, onboarding and overall supplier development activities.
- Superior understanding of Supply Chain management and application of improvement tools.
- Collaborate with Sourcing teams relating to develop sourcing strategies and strategic initiatives within the Value Stream.
- Lead improvements/PMT on complex and systemic quality events.
- Responsible for prevention activities (prevention-based process verification, etc.)
- Manage a team of Supplier Development Leads/Engineers.
- Responsible/collaborate with risk managers, projects, execution team to identify and manage risks through process improvements, lessons learned and other prevention activities.
- Collaborate with Projects/Execution teams on supplier development activities.
Work Environment:
Supplier sites, customer sites/meetings, and/or the manufacturing shop. May be exposed to possible shop or lab hazards including high noise and heavy equipment when in those work areas. Travel as necessary visiting FMC regional offices, plants and makes visits to existing and potential vendor’s facilities as required.
Physical Demands:
Frequent sitting and operating a computer and walking within a shop environment. Fast paced atmosphere with multiple priorities and constant change. Some travel for vendor and/or client contact.
You are meant for this job if:
- BS or MS in engineering/technical or equivalent recognition in a technical or quality field
- 10+ years in overall Supply Chain or in Engineering experiences
- Fundamental understanding of foundational quality principles
- Advanced knowledge of various root cause analysis tools (fishbone, 5 Whys, etc.)Team player, develop and nurture environment for everyone to succeed
- Inspire trust with peers and senior leaders through appropriate communication and actions to build consensus around recommended Supply Chain strategies
- Ability to navigate and manage ambiguity in a changing business context
- Communication & Managerial skills
- Able to evaluate the best utilization of various core manufacturing processes such as fabrications, machining, forging, welding/NDE, and/or OEM products and work with suppliers to provide suggestion/improvement
Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes equal opportunities and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matter and we encourage you to add to our culture.
TechnipFMC respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
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Supplier Quality Engineer Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in supplier quality engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering required by most employers
- Hands-on experience with PPAP, APQP, FMEA, and control plan documentation
- Proficiency in conducting supplier audits to AS9100, ISO 9001, or IATF 16949 standards
- Familiarity with statistical process control tools such as SPC, Cpk, and GD&T
- Ability to travel to supplier facilities for on-site audits and corrective action reviews
- Strong written communication skills for supplier corrective action reports and quality metrics
Supplier Quality Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a supplier quality engineer in Texas?
Most supplier quality engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering. Texas does not issue a state license specific to this role, so hiring is driven by certifications such as the ASQ Certified Quality Engineer credential, which is recognized widely across Texas aerospace, defense, and manufacturing employers. Candidates who build hands-on experience with PPAP, supplier audits, and quality management systems through internships or quality technician roles move into engineer positions most reliably.
How much do supplier quality engineers make in Texas?
Supplier quality engineers in Texas earn a median of about $104,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,490 for the lowest 10% to over $168,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire supplier quality engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring supplier quality engineers in Texas right now include Flex, Fluidstack, and CesiumAstro, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and energy equipment manufacturers means supplier quality demand stays consistent across economic cycles, with large supply chains requiring dedicated quality oversight.
Which Texas cities have the most supplier quality engineer jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Fort Worth have the most supplier quality engineer openings in Texas. Houston's energy equipment and industrial manufacturing base anchors demand there, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws heavily from aerospace, defense, and automotive suppliers clustered around its major industrial corridors, and Austin's growth in semiconductor and advanced electronics manufacturing has built a newer but fast-growing supplier quality market.
Are there remote supplier quality engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Supplier quality engineering is a fundamentally on-site role because it requires physical audits at supplier facilities, hands-on inspection of parts, and direct collaboration on production lines. About 47% of supplier quality engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically cover documentation review, supplier data analysis, and corrective action coordination rather than audit and inspection duties.
How can I get hired as a supplier quality engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality technician or quality inspector role at a Texas manufacturer, which builds the hands-on PPAP, inspection, and documentation experience that hiring managers look for. Large aerospace and defense employers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and Houston energy equipment manufacturers regularly bring on quality associates and co-op students through university partnerships with Texas A&M, UT Austin, and the University of Houston. Earning the ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential before applying for engineer-level roles gives candidates a concrete edge over others without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to supplier quality engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to supplier quality engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and other markets. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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