Quality and Process Engineer for the Automotive Sector

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Customer Quality Engineer focused on the automotive industry to ensure the highest production standards, manage projects, and supervise corrective actions with international customers. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in the automotive sector and quality management of mass-produced products. 2. Leadership in new projects and coordination of the APQP methodology. 3. International communication and negotiation to ensure product quality. We are looking for a person to join our quality team, with a direct focus on the automotive sector. Your primary mission will be to guarantee that all our production processes meet the highest standards, fully managing the quality of mass-produced products and handling potential customer complaints in accordance with our internal procedures. Your responsibilities will also include supervision and coordination of new projects, ensuring quality from the earliest launch stages. You will manage the APQP methodology for assigned products, maintaining smooth and direct communication with customers in other countries. This will involve conducting regular visits to monitor the implementation of corrective actions and negotiate Action Plans. Additionally, you will prepare and update technical documentation related to quality, actively participating in FMEA development and in creating Control Plans and Inspection Guidelines. You will provide direct support to production lines, closely monitoring operations and seeking solutions for any technical issues arising across various production processes. We especially value initiative, empathetic negotiation skills, ingenious problem-solving abilities, and great flexibility to adapt to diverse situations. International travel availability is required, as is a strong commitment to continuous improvement and quality excellence. Minimum qualification: Technical Engineering, Higher Engineering, or Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, preferably with a specialization in Mechanical Engineering. Proven experience of at least 2 years as a Customer Quality Engineer in the automotive sector. Proficiency in quality systems and audits (IATF 16949 and VDA 6\.3\). Essential knowledge of Core Tools such as 8D, APQP, PPAP, FMEA (AMFE), and Control Plan. High level of English (minimum B2\) for technical communication and negotiation. International travel availability is mandatory. German language proficiency at B2\ level will be considered an advantage.