Quality Lead Engineer

Location: Midlands, UK (Onsite, 5 days/week)
Contract: 6 months

INSIDE IR35 CONTRACT AT MARKET RATES

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Quality Lead Engineer to support quality processes within an established automotive manufacturer. You will lead all quality-related activities across design and production, ensuring compliance with standards and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality planning and delivery across commodities to meet cost, timing, and compliance targets.

• Manage quality projects using structured problem-solving techniques (8D, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans).

• Ensure process adherence and closure of quality concerns within deadlines.

• Oversee fit & finish (gap and flush), perceived quality, and BIW/closures.

• Provide technical input into product development and feature integration.

• Prepare and maintain all quality reports, documentation, and compliance records.

• Support training initiatives and promote awareness of quality standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve business, technical, and process issues.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Strong track record in automotive quality engineering (BIW, closures, perceived quality).

• Expertise in Gap & Flush measurement, Fit and Finish.

• Hands-on experience with concern resolution, APQP, 8D methodology, and core quality tools.

• Knowledge of power door systems and perceived quality visualisation tools.

• Background in project management and/or Agile methodologies.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

• Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.

• Experience with JIRA and Agile/Scrum environments.

• Previous exposure to product creation, delivery, and change management processes.