Process Quality Engineer - High-Performance Automotive

Gm Performance Power Units; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

32 days annual leave

On-site gym

EV charging on-site

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units in High Wycombe is seeking a Process Quality Engineer to ensure robust, repeatable, and defect-free manufacturing of Cadillac F1 Power Unit systems across in-house machining, additive, sub-assembly and final assembly.

You will apply APQP, SPC, MSA and CAPA, lead PFMEA and Control Plans, collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing, and drive continuous improvement to reduce defects and improve yield.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field.
• Experience in process or manufacturing quality.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, APQP/PPAP, SPC, and MSA.
• Experience supporting machining and/or additive manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience in root cause analysis and CAPA systems.
• Ability to work hands-on in manufacturing and assembly environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain process controls, inspection criteria, and quality standards for machining, additive manufacturing, and assembly.
• Develop and perform reaction plans for critical features utilizing SPC when applicable.
• Support builds through torque verification, leak testing, functional checks, and dimensional validation.
• Lead APQP deliverables (PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows) and ensure process readiness.
• Review and approve FAI/FAIR and CTQ (Critical to Quality) documentation.
• Drive resolution of nonconformances and process issues using structured root cause analysis (8D, DMAIC, 5-Why).
• Own and manage MRB, NCR/CAPA processes, ensuring effective closure and prevention of recurrence.
• Work with metrology in validation activities including CMM, 3D scanning, and GD&G&T verification.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction, yield improvement, and process capability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality teams.

Skills

GD&T

APQP/PPAP

SPC

MSA

8D/5-Why

CAPA

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CMM

Minitab

JMP

Job description

GM Performance Power Units in High Wycombe is seeking a Process Quality Engineer to ensure robust, repeatable, and defect-free manufacturing of Cadillac F1 Power Unit systems across in-house machining, additive, sub-assembly and final assembly.

You will apply APQP, SPC, MSA and CAPA, lead PFMEA and Control Plans, collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing, and drive continuous improvement to reduce defects and improve yield.