Exterior Quality Lead Engineer - Automotive
We are recruiting an Exterior Quality Lead Engineer to support a major automotive OEM programme focused on vehicle launch quality, fit & finish, and perceived quality. This is a hands‑on engineering role, working across vehicle build phases to ensure exterior systems meet visual, dimensional and functional quality standards from prototype through Job 1.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead exterior quality activities across vehicle programmes, covering trims, seals, glazing and window systems
* Drive gap & flush, surface finish, visual and tactile quality standards
* Support vehicle build phases including VP, TT, PP and Job 1
* Manage issues using AIMS, 8D, FMEA and structured root cause analysis
* Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality and Design teams
* Interface with suppliers to ensure part conformance, control plans and incoming quality
* Support launch readiness reviews and quality gateways
Required Skills & Experience
* Automotive vehicle quality or launch quality engineering background
* Strong experience with fit & finish, perceived quality, gap & flush
* Hands‑on exposure to vehicle builds and launch support
* Working knowledge of AIMS, 8D, FMEA, Control Plans
* Experience using CATIA V5 or V6
* Understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis and metrology
* Confident communicator with strong problem‑solving skills
Nice to Have
* Experience with Class A surfaces, paint finish or trim quality
* Exposure to Q‑DAS, Minitab or statistical quality tools
* OEM or Tier‑1 supplier environment
This role offers strong exposure to OEM launch processes, cross‑functional collaboration, and high‑impact quality ownership.
Apply now to discuss further
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