NPD Quality Engineer

Sensata Technologies, Inc.; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Newtownabbey is seeking a New Product Development Quality Engineer to ensure high-quality product launches. Responsibilities include managing quality assurance protocols, conducting compliance analysis, and collaborating with teams to drive improvements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in quality engineering. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. This role offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Quality Engineer.
• Hands-on experience with AIAG Core Tools and IATF Quality Management Systems.
• Strong communication skills in English and possibly EU languages.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with quality assurance protocols and methods.
• Conduct analyses of production data to identify trends.
• Develop and maintain process controls documentation.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication skills

Organization and time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle/Agile

Job description

The New Product Development (NPD) Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring the flawless launch of new products by driving compliance with internal procedures and customer-specific requirements. This role acts as a key quality gatekeeper during the development lifecycle, from prototype to series production handover. The engineer will lead cross-functional problem solving, manage corrective actions, support APQP activities, and coach operational quality teams.

General Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and maintains quality assurance protocols and methods for processing materials into partially finished or finished products.
• Conducts the planning, implementing, and managing compliance of manufacturing and production processes with internal and external safety, quality and regulatory standards requirements for worldwide distribution.
• Handles design methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production processes, production equipment and finished products.
• Conducts analysis of reports and production data to identify trends and recommend updates or changes to quality standards and procedures when necessary.
• Develops methods for testing, sampling, and training.
• May act as internal consultant by providing technical guidance on most complex projects.
• Works with quality inspection supervisors to train and oversee inspectors in their use of control forms, procedures, and correcting quality problems.

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demand
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation skills
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers

Additional Job Description

Specific Duties

• Perform Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities in quick paced environment, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Direct interaction with our customers and internal support teams.
• Establish process controls documentation (Process Flow, FMEA, Control Plans).
• To establish Safe Launch plans to ensure highest quality levels are achieve and maintained.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action Reponses (8D)

Specific Experience

• Hands On experience as a Quality Engineer, with minimum of 3 years' experience
• Working knowledge of AIAG Core Tools, VDA & IATF Quality Management Systems
• Product launch experience (preferred with electronic components)
• Time and program management skills
• Ability to work independently and within our teams
• Robust communication skills (written & verbal) in English and EU languages
• Capability to drive positive change in our processes and products
• Root Case Analysis and Corrective Actions skills (8D)
• MS Office, Oracle / Agile, Customer Web Portal capabilities

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