We are seeking experienced Trim & Final PFMEA Engineers to support automotive manufacturing programmes through the development, implementation, and maintenance of robust process risk management and quality planning activities.

Working within a cross-functional engineering environment, the successful candidates will be responsible for identifying and mitigating manufacturing risks, leading PFMEA activities, developing quality deliverables, and supporting process readiness throughout prototype, launch, and production phases.

The role will also involve the use of a recently implemented digital PFMEA and risk management platform, ensuring that process data, risk assessments, actions, and quality documentation are accurately maintained while providing support in refining and optimising the system to meet operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Risk Discovery and Preliminary Risk Assessment activities across Trim & Final manufacturing processes.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops to identify process risks and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs).
• Create and maintain Process Parameter Diagrams (P-Diagrams).
• Generate and maintain Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) documentation in accordance with AIAG & VDA methodology.
• Conduct Design Reviews Based on Failure Mode (DRBFM) where process, product, tooling, or equipment changes are introduced.
• Identify process failure modes, causes, effects, and controls to reduce manufacturing risk.
• Develop, manage, and track Action & Risk Reduction Plans through to completion.
• Create and maintain Special Characteristics Registers.
• Develop and support Prototype, Pre-Launch, and Production Control Plans.
• Ensure PFMEA outputs are aligned with manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
• Interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, Launch, Programme Management, and Supplier teams.
• Capture, manage, and maintain quality and risk-related information within the digital PFMEA software platform.
• Support the ongoing development and optimisation of the software system by providing user feedback and helping establish best practices.
• Ensure quality documentation remains accurate, standardised, and compliant with programme requirements.
• Support manufacturing readiness reviews, programme gateways, audits, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to process robustness, defect prevention, and ongoing quality performance improvements.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience creating and managing PFMEAs within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of AIAG & VDA FMEA methodology.
• Experience within Trim & Final, General Assembly, Manufacturing Engineering, or Automotive Production environments.
• Knowledge of APQP deliverables and quality planning requirements.
• Experience creating and maintaining:
• PFMEAs
• Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
• P-Diagrams
• Control Plans
• Special Characteristics Registers
• Experience facilitating cross-functional reviews and risk assessment workshops.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to interpret manufacturing processes and identify potential risks and failure modes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience conducting DRBFM activities.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 quality standards.
• Experience supporting vehicle launches and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Experience with digital PFMEA, APQP, or quality management software platforms.
• Previous experience working within OEM or Tier 1 automotive environments.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of process validation and manufacturing quality systems.