Pay: £52,000.00 per year Job Description: Automotive Quality Engineer Portsmouth, UK £52,000 per annum Permanent, Full-Time V3 Recruitment are working in partnership with a global engineering and manufacturing business within the automotive sector to recruit an experienced Automotive Quality Engineer for their site in Portsmouth.
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation that specialises in the design and manufacture of injection mould tooling, as well as plastic and metallic components supplied to leading Automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers worldwide.
About the Company Our client operates at the forefront of automotive engineering, supporting premium and luxury vehicle manufacturers with high-quality, precision-engineered solutions.
Their success is built on strong quality standards, responsive service, and robust engineering processes across both new product introduction and series production.
The Role As an Automotive Quality Engineer, you will take ownership of quality activities across both project launch and ongoing production.
This is a customer-facing, business-critical role requiring strong experience in automotive quality processes and standards.
You will act as the key interface between customers, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring all quality expectations are consistently achieved and exceeded.
Key Responsibilities APQP & Project Quality Participate in APQP activities within cross-functional teams Translate customer requirements into internal processes and supplier expectations Support new product introduction (NPI) and project launches Develop and maintain: PFMEA Process Flow Diagrams Control Plans PPAP & Customer Approval Lead PPAP submissions in line with customer requirements Ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation Manage customer-specific requirements (CSR) Support and monitor supplier PPAP activities Quality Assurance & Production Support Conduct inspections during start-up phases Support production quality control and issue resolution Coordinate metrology activities including: 3D scanning Gauge validation Problem Solving & Customer Issues Lead root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) Manage customer complaints and warranty issues Implement containment, corrective, and preventative actions Lead problem-solving teams Customer & Supplier Interface Act as the primary contact for OEM and Tier-1 customers Manage customer portals and reporting systems Monitor: PPM performance Customer scorecards Cost of non-quality Visit customers and manage escalations when required Continuous Improvement & Quality Systems Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 Promote a culture of quality excellence Additional Responsibilities Manage IMDS submissions Develop quality documentation and quality books Manage concessions and derogations Support supplier quality and technical procurement Candidate Profile Essential Experience Minimum 5 years' experience in Automotive Quality Engineering Strong background in: APQP / PPAP Customer quality management Manufacturing environments Technical Skills Strong knowledge of: PFMEA Control Plans SPC & MSA APQP / PPAP processes Experience with: 8D problem solving Root cause analysis (5 Why, Ishikawa) Ability to interpret engineering drawings and analyse data CAD experience (desirable) Desirable Qualifications Six Sigma (Green xxuwjjq Belt or Black Belt) ISO 9001 Lead Auditor IATF 16949 Lead Auditor VDA 6.3 Auditor Knowledge of VDA MLA Personal Attributes Confident communicator at all levels Proactive, driven, and results-focused Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment Calm under pressure and adaptable to change Strong sense of ownership and accountability Additional Requirements Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Must live within commutable distance of Portsmouth Willingness to travel (UK and occasional international) Flexible to support on-site activities and key meetings What's on Offer Salary of £52,000 per annum Opportunity to work with premium automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers Involvement across the full product lifecycle Exposure to global quality standards and advanced manufacturing environments A dynamic, customer-facing role with real responsibility If you're an experienced Automotive Quality Engineer looking for your next challenge, apply now or contact V3 Recruitment for more information.