Project Quality Engineer (m/f/d)

Preh Car Connect GmbH; Lagoa; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Preh Portugal, Lda is seeking a Project Quality Engineer to join our team in Trofa. You will support new product launches and act as the quality interface with customers, ensuring excellence from development to series production.

You bring a degree in engineering, automotive quality experience, and knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and SPC. Strong analytical skills, English fluency, and proficiency with MS Office (Power BI/SAP QM a plus) are valued.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Management Engineering, or a similar field.
• Experience in the automotive industry, preferably within Quality.
• Knowledge of Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA) and quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good command of MS Office; Power BI and SAP QM are a plus.
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support APQP activities, FMEA workshops, Control Plans, and new product quality planning.
• Manage customer complaints using 8D and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Coordinate root cause analysis, corrective actions, and containment measures with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and submit PPAP documentation according to customer requirements.
• Participate in customer audits and support product and process change management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality performance and customer satisfaction.

Skills

APQP

FMEA

Control Plans

PPAP

8D problem solving

Root cause analysis

MS Office

Power BI

SAP QM

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Industrial Management Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Power BI

SAP QM

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a Project Quality Engineer to join our team at Preh Portugal (Trofa). You will support new product launches and act as the quality interface with customers, ensuring excellence from development to series production.

The Challenges in Front of You

• Support APQP activities, FMEA workshops, Control Plans, and new product quality planning
• Manage customer complaints using 8D and other problem-solving methodologies
• Coordinate root cause analysis, corrective actions, and containment measures with cross-functional teams
• Prepare and submit PPAP documentation according to customer requirements
• Participate in customer audits and support product and process change management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality performance and customer satisfaction

What You Bring to the Table

You are more than your technical background, you are analytical, customer-focused, resilient, and passionate about solving problems. To succeed in this role, you bring:

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Management Engineering, or a similar field
• Experience in the automotive industry, preferably within Quality
• Knowledge of Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA) and quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good command of MS Office; Power BI and SAP QM are a plus
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage

Why Join Preh?

Work in an innovative, international company focused on the future
Access to ongoing training and professional development
Attractive salary package according to the function
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies on impactful projects

We believe that innovation thrives in a culture where people feel valued and empowered. Join a team that’s shaping the future of mobility, and doing it with purpose.
If you’re aligned with us, we’d love to hear from you.

CONTACT

Eduardo Assunção
Preh Portugal, Lda
R. Moinhos da Lagoa, 600,
4785-567 Trofa