APQP Product Development Engineer

Seismic Recruitment; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an APQP Product Development Engineer in Peterlee or Desford, UK. The role involves leading APQP initiatives, contributing to design and process actions, and requires strong analytical and leadership skills. Competitive hourly rates are offered for this position, with mandatory in-office attendance. Eligible candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellent APQP and analytical skills, capable of complex assignments.
• Ability to master complex engineering and manufacturability concepts.
• Good mechanical aptitude to develop product concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver key elements of APQP.
• Work with design teams for product architecture definition.
• Develop and deliver level-appropriate requirements.

Skills

APQP skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Job description

APQP Product Development Engineer

Desford (LE9 post code)OR Peterlee (SR8 post code)

Initial 12 month contract (likely to be extended)

Working Hours 8am-4:30pm Mon-Thurs + 8am-12:30pm Fri

What will the APQP Product Development Engineer do?

• Lead and deliver key elements of APQP: including, but not limited to: Requirements Management, Boundary Diagram, Interface Analysis, Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plans & Report (DVP&R), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and Process Control Plan.
• Work with design teams to develop product architecture definition through boundary diagrams
• Develop and deliver level-appropriate requirements with linkage to levels above and below in product hierarchy
• Deliver a comprehensive list of recommended design and process actions, special process controls, and validation activities to mitigate high-risk areas
• Contribute to the concept, development, and design of complex components, subsystems, or processes
• Perform complex analysis work to identify design/process risk and develop mitigation plans

What experience does the APQP Product Development Engineer need?

• Demonstrated excellent APQP and analytical skills, and the ability to perform complex assignments
• Demonstrate the ability to gain a mastery of complex engineering and manufacturability concepts
• Must have a good mechanical aptitude with the ability to develop product concepts
• Self-starter with strong leadership ability and good communication skills
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the workgroup, as well as employees in other units, customers, and suppliers
• Experience leading projects

Competitive Hourly Rate – PAYE

The location for this position is Peterlee, UK OR Desford/Leicester, UK. 5 days/week attendance in the Office is Mandatory.

To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.