Expleo is seeking a Quality Engineer to join a leading automotive OEM programme based in Solihull.
Location: Solihull, UK
Rate: £27.20 per hour
Contract Type: Contract (Inside IR35)
Company: Expleo
Overview
This role sits within the Vehicle NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness) function and is responsible for delivering exceptional levels of vehicle refinement and perceived quality across the full product lifecycle. The focus areas include Squeak & Rattle (S & R) and Water & Air Ingress.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support root cause investigations using structured methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, FTA, PDCA)
* Analyse data from manufacturing processes, fleet and durability testing, warranty claims and customer feedback
* Drive issue resolution across cross-functional teams, including design engineering, manufacturing and supplier quality
* Support complete vehicle testing and validation
* Ensure achievement of refinement and quality targets
* Present technical findings to stakeholders and senior management
* Apply strong influencing and negotiation skills to drive resolution
Skills & Experience Required
* Automotive/Engineering degree or equivalent automotive experience
* Ability to plan work/events and organise detailed activity to deliver outcomes
* Ability to lead and resolve complex issues through leading cross-functional teams
* Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision
* Demonstrate problem‑solving experience, e.g. Root Cause Analysis and the 8 Disciplines of problem solving
* Good experience of quality tools (8D, Fishbone, FTA, PDCA, 5Y etc.)
* Ability to analyse large data sets and translate them into next actions
* Ability to learn new skills quickly (growth mindset)
* Good negotiation skills to promote issues to the next phase of investigation
* Proactive and personable nature to engage with cross‑functional areas
* Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel) at an intermediate level
* Knowledge and understanding of automotive manufacturing processes
* Ability to deliver presentations to work groups and senior management
* Full UK driving licence
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