Trigo UK are currently working with a global and well-known 1st tier supplier to source a Quality Engineer on a fixed term 12 month contract based in Halewood. Main purpose of the job: Quality Engineer for all customer quality and engineering issues, providing pro-active support and response (internal champion until resolution and customer closure). Key Responsibilities: * Utilising internal systems (i.e., Fast Response) to take responsibility for recording, progressing, responding and closeout of customer concerns utilising 8D or other problem-solving techniques as required. * Responsibility for managing customer ‘Issues Management’ system (i.e., IQM) * Support / Lead in both internal and supplier PPAP submissions * Lead team in preparation of Control Plans and support D/PFMEA reviews as appropriate and document output using the necessary systems defined in NPI, APQP, PPAP, and company/customer procedures. * Understand customer requirements/expectations in detail, communicating with the internal team ensuring the requirement is fully understood. Other Responsibilities: * Project manage product quality/engineering requirements through ISIR, capability studies, AAR, etc in support of NPI, APQP & PPAP. * Define, specify, and support the project management, manufacture & introduction of the necessary test equipment and gauging to satisfy the quality requirements. * Define & optimise the measurement techniques to deliver a stable & capable production process utilising SPC and support DOE activities when required. * Support design reviews and prototype builds. * Support production team training in relation to the customer expectations and quality requirements. * Conduct Internal and external audits. * Support Launch as appropriate through PPIR reports, Interim PSW and alerts. * Monitor warranty acceptance rates and maintain response to pallets within identified timing Preferred Skills and Experience: * Proven experience in Quality Engineering in Automotive 1st Tier * Degree, HND, HNC, or quality equivalent preferred * Ideally have previous direct experience in dealing with JLR * Experience of customer (preferably JLR) and automotive industry systems and procedures including IATF16949, ISO9001, APQP, PPAP etc. * Strong customer focus * Analytical with excellent problem-solving skills * Good influencing and negotiation skills * Flexible & adaptable * Local language required, English preferred * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Excellent managerial skills * Team-player with a high level of personal integrity * Ability to work effectively with personnel across borders and functions * Must be able to manage several tasks/activities across several different teams that are occurring at the same time * Competent and experienced within a high-volume automotive environment, coupled with the ability to work as an individual or as part of a team