Programme Quality Engineer

Sumitomo Electric; Banbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A climate tech product manufacturer in Banbury is seeking a Programme Quality Engineer for a 6-month contract. The role involves maintaining quality compliance in automotive programmes, developing quality plans, and monitoring KPIs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, along with 3+ years of related experience in quality engineering.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a quality engineering or programme quality role.
• Proven experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, APQP, and PPAP.

Responsibilities

• Act as the quality lead for automotive programmes, ensuring compliance.
• Develop and execute Programme Quality Plans.
• Monitor programme KPIs and quality metrics.

Skills

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Quality Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality or related field

Tools

MS Office

CAD/PLM

Job description

Programme Quality Engineer

6-month contract

Onsite working - Banbury

Outside IR35, 45 hrs pw

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a climate tech product manufacturer, based in Banbury, who are seeking a Programme Quality Engineer to join their team

Job Description

As Programme Quality Engineer, your main responsibilities are:

• Act as the quality lead for automotive programmes, ensuring compliance
• Develop and execute Programme Quality Plans, aligned with APQP and PPAP requirements
• Work independently, to identify risks, implement preventive measures, and lead root cause analysis
• Monitor programme KPIs, quality metrics (e.g., PPM, RPN, RFT, defect trends), and escalate issues
• Ensure quality readiness at key programme milestones (e.g., Gate Reviews, DV/PV build, SOP).

Qualifications / Skills needed

• Bachelor's Degree, in Engineering, Quality or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience, in a quality engineering or programme quality role
• Proven experience with ISO 9001IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and Control Plan methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills using tools such as 8D, DMAIC, and SPC.
• Proficient in quality systems, data analysis, and MS Office and CAD/PLM

Why work through Contechs?

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How to Apply

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