Lead PQ/Dimensional Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a candidate for a design support role focused on Product Quality (PQ). The successful applicant will assist in the design stages of projects, utilizing CAD skills and supporting PQ methods for both Exterior and Interior Trim development. This role offers opportunities for mentorship and collaboration with global teams to establish quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of PQ methods and processes.
• Ability to create and manipulate geometry.

Responsibilities

• Support company projects in design stages.
• Manage optical quality and development activities.
• Collaborate with global PQ team on standards.

Skills

CAD operation skills in Catia V5

Familiarity with TCUA PLM

Mentoring skills

Benchmarking capabilities

Job description

Job Description

Summary of Department & Role

This role will be part of the PQ function and will provide support to the Lead Engineer. The grade reflects the experience and capability required of the individual.

• The primary role is supporting company projects in the design stages of the program, providing PQ direction for both Exterior and Interior Trim development.
• Additional support to be provided on request for part / assembly maturation process and root cause analysis support for production / design related concerns.
• Review and validation of system integration for Exterior and Interior themes.
• Lead the development of PQ methods and processes for the company.
• Provide a good working knowledge of PQ benchmarking, current trends, and execution on competitor vehicles.
• Support mentorship and knowledge transfer of PQ methods and processes.

Main Activities & Tasks

• Report to the Head of Department (Lead PQ Engineer manages daily activities).
• CAD operation skills required – ability to create and manipulate geometry in Catia V5, supporting Gap & Rad Plans. Key modules: Part Design & Geometric Surface Design. Expectation: at least 50% time supporting geometry.
• Familiarity with TCUA (Team Centre) PLM is desirable.
• Support the development of PQ activities for Exterior & Interior Trim.
• Assist the Lead PQ Integration Engineer on complete vehicle activities.
• Maintain Gap & Rad Plans.
• Mentor the engineering team in understanding and applying designs to achieve PQ targets.
• Lead digital reviews and sign-off events for PQ activities related to Interior systems.
• Develop Product Attribute Targets (PAT) based on Product Attribute PALS positioning for PQ.
• Define scope of work with key deliverables.
• Identify PQ opportunities for process development and long-term strategy.
• Conduct PQ benchmarking of competitor vehicles and report findings to support design theme development.
• Manage optical quality and perceived quality development and assessment activities.
• Collaborate with the global PQ team to establish future standards, processes, and guidelines.