SQA Engineer

Introduction

Specialist Automotive OEM in Surrey require an experienced SQA Engineer to join their team

Important

Lean Techniques, PPAP, supplier development

The Job

Job Title: SQA Engineer
Department: Quality
Reporting to: SQA Team Leader

Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

We believe that anything is possible. We know what it takes to win and we achieve this by working together and encouraging innovation in an extraordinary high performance environment.

The Role:
As an SQA (Supplier Quality Assurance) Engineer you will be responsible for the quality performance of new product and current vehicle suppliers.
Principal Accountabilities:

• Conduct supplier audits to support business sourcing activities.
• Manage, co-ordinate and deliver Advanced Parts Quality Planning.
• Support internal Design FMEA activities and lead Process FMEA activities at suppliers.
• Support prototype and pre-production phases at suppliers.
• Set component quality standards with suppliers and ensure parts meet the required specification (dimensional / performance / aesthetic).
• Management of the Production Parts Approval Process.
• Coach and conduct containment, countermeasure & problem re-occurrence prevention activities both in McLaren and at suppliers’ facilities.
• Quality maturation and process improvement activities at suppliers.
• Lead supplier warranty reduction activities.
As well as our supplier base, this role will expose you to all areas of our business with regular interaction with Design, Materials Control / Logistics, Purchasing, Metrology & Production at all levels. The ability to develop and foster strong relationships both internally and externally will be an important factor in your success here.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Engineering degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years of proven experience in a Quality or Production role in an OE Automotive / Aerospace company or Tier 1 supplier would be advantageous
• Proven experience of logical problem solving skills – e.g. PPS, Six Sigma, and lean tools/techniques gained in a production environment.
• Comprehensive understanding and experience of APQP, PPAP and 8D Reporting.
• Computer literate - experience of Catia V5 an advantage.
• Sound leadership, communication and influencing skills.
• A highly self-motivating and flexible team player.
Experience within the following areas would be advantageous but not essential:
• Body systems
• Electrical / electronic systems
• Hybrid Technology
• Chemical coatings
Personal Attributes:

• Good communication skills to deal with people of all levels
• Willingness to travel.
• Highly motivated, flexible, team player
• A fast learner

Supplier Quality Assurance Enginner

For this role we offer a competitive package including private healthcare, access to an executive car scheme, company pension scheme and the chance to work in a truly unique environment.