Quality Engineer: Lead New Model Launch QA

Theo James Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Wellbeing programs

Structured progression

Supportive culture

Automotive launches involvement

Job summary

The Company is a leading global automotive manufacturing organisation seeking a Quality Engineer to support New Model activity at its established North East facility in Sunderland.

The role covers New Model Quality Assurance from trial builds through to production launch, collaborating with customers, suppliers, toolmakers and internal project teams to maintain quality documentation and ensure APQP and IATF 16949 milestones.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a similar role within fast-paced automotive manufacturing.
• At least five years’ high-volume manufacturing experience, ideally involving interior components or assembly.
• Strong knowledge of APQP and IATF 16949 systems and processes.
• A sound understanding of metrology, CMM, gauge development and technical drawings.
• Process auditing experience; an IATF or ISO auditor qualification would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication, organisation and Microsoft Office skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Managing quality activities for new model launches
• Acting as a key customer contact for part development and countermeasure updates
• Supporting trial builds, SOP ramp-up planning, gate reviews and quality reviews
• Coordinating metrology, inspection standards and key feature requirements
• Managing supplied-part APQP and approval submissions
• Supporting kaizen, process audits and Quick Response Quality Circle activities
• Coordinating the daily workload of Quality Technicians

Skills

HNC or equivalent

Automotive manufacturing

5+ years experience

APQP / IATF16949

Metrology / CMM

Quality audits

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification

Tools

CMM

Job description

The Company is a leading global automotive manufacturing organisation seeking a Quality Engineer to support New Model activity at its established North East facility in Sunderland.

The role covers New Model Quality Assurance from trial builds through to production launch, collaborating with customers, suppliers, toolmakers and internal project teams to maintain quality documentation and ensure APQP and IATF 16949 milestones.