Customer Product Quality Engineer (Temporary Contract)

Aptiv PLC; Braga; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Growth opportunities

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Aptiv PLC in Portugal (Braga) is seeking a Customer Product Quality Engineer to act as the main link between customers, manufacturing and product development. You will support new product introductions, oversee returns, and drive continuous improvement with quality tools.

The role requires 1–3 years in an industrial setting (preferably automotive), strong English skills and knowledge of ISO/IATF standards, plus familiarity with SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP and PFMEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Proficient English speaking and writing.
• 1–3 years in an industrial environment (preferably automotive).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA, AIAG.
• Familiarity with automotive core tools (SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Minitab and Power BI are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as main contact for external customers and monitor satisfaction.
• Support new product introductions and transitions to production.
• Oversee and manage customer returns (0KM) and lead cross-functional problem-solving teams.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 through audits and processes.
• Develop and implement quality assurance processes and procedures.

Skills

Customer quality

English fluency

Automotive QC

6 Sigma

IATF 16949

Quality tools

8D PFMEA

MS Office

Minitab

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Customer Product Quality Engineer, you will be the key link between customers, manufacturing and product development, ensuring customer satisfaction, driving problem solving & continuous improvement, enhancing APTIV automotive footprint.

Reporting to the Program Quality Manager, you will:

Your Role

• Act as the main point of contact for external customers, managing their satisfaction and main metrics.
• Support new product introductions and transitions to production.
• Oversee and manage customer returns (0KM), leading multidisciplinary teams in problem-solving and continuous improvement (8D, Quality Tools, Six Sigma).
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 through audits and quality processes.
• Support the development and implementation of quality assurance processes and procedures.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Statistics, Management, or related fields.
• Proficient English-speaking skills (written and spoken).
• 1-3 years of experience in an industrial environment (preferably automotive).
• Knowledge of quality standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA, AIAG).
• Familiarity with automotive core tools ( SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, Minitab and Power BI as a plus.

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Competitive compensation package
• Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment
• Access to internal & external training
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world

Please note that to be considered for this position, candidates must be legally eligible to work in Portugal.This includes having:

• A valid residence permit or working visa
• A Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF)
• A Portuguese Social Security Number (NISS)

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