Quality Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Coventry
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

8D Problem Solving APQP PPAP FMEA Control Plans IATF 16949 Statistical Process Control (SPC) Measurement System Analysis (MSA)

FULL DESCRIPTION

Quality Engineer

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Corporation

Location: Coventry, GB, CV6 5TP

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Job Function: Quality

Requisition ID: 45555

Employment Type: Salary

Company Overview

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of more than 165,000 talented employees in 37 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks #186 on the Fortune 500. Further information about [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is available at [Employer hidden].com, or follow us on Twitter @[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Position Overview

As a Quality Engineer at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you will be responsible for leading problem analysis, driving corrective actions, and ensuring timely closure of all quality‑related issues across internal, customer, supplier, and warranty concerns for both launch projects and ongoing production. Reporting to the Senior Quality Engineer, the role supports plant quality activities across different OEM customers and plays a key part in the continuous improvement of plant quality systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and the achievement of high customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead problem-solving activities using structured methodologies (PPS / 8D), ensuring appropriate containment and closure within defined targets.
  • Drive root cause analysis, implement robust countermeasures, and ensure no repeat issues.
  • Support APQP and PPAP activities during product launches, ensuring timely submission of supplier and customer PSWs in line with build phases.
  • Participate in and lead cross-functional meetings to develop, update, and control FMEAs and Control Plans in line with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] processes.
  • Complete Control Plan updates for assigned production lines within one month of start date and maintain ongoing monthly reviews.
  • Act as a quality interface with external customers, providing clear problem-resolution feedback through professional presentations (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
  • Participate in customer visits and audits (e.g., WCPA audits) and actively build strong customer relationships.
  • Support and conduct IATF 16949 audits, identify non-conformities, and implement effective action plans with prompt follow-up.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across plant quality systems and processes.

Key Skills and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Proven experience of 3+ in Quality Engineering within a manufacturing or automotive environment.
  • Experienced in using core quality tools such as FMEA, PPAP, APQP, SPC and MSA.
  • Knowledge of IATF standards and problem-solving methodologies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • A proactive, solution-oriented approach with a passion for continuous improvement

Why [Employer hidden]

We offer a fantastic place to work, opportunity to grow and being part of a company who places its people first.

Application Instructions

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resumes for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Corporation.

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