STA Engineer

STA Engineer

Automotive

Competitive Salary Plus Benefits

Are you a skilled STA Engineer with experience working on Supplier Quality Assurance within the automotive industry, seeking a permanent position in the Coventry area? Jonathan Lee Recruitment is working with a sector-leading automotive consultancy specialising in the design, development and delivery of niche vehicle from concept of luxury automotive brands looking to recruit an STA Engineer for their team. The role offers an excellent salary and benefits package for your dedication.

The STA Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the seamless integration of automotive components into the supply chain by managing, enhancing, and improving supplier performance related to quality, costs, and delivery. This role plays a vital part in guaranteeing the overall quality and reliability of automotive products.

As an STA Engineer, you can expect to take on some of the following:

Implement and manage advanced product quality planning (APQP) methodologies to anticipate and prevent potential quality issues and support project milestones that result in on-time quality submissions

Develop a PPAP activity plan in conjunction with stakeholders

Use quality tools APQP, PPAP,8D, FMEA control plans, process mapping and problem-solving skills

Collaborate with suppliers to establish and maintain robust quality assurance processes for automotive components

Act as a liaison between the supplier, Design, Engineering, Programmes, Purchasing, and Quality Departments

We are seeking an STA Engineer with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related and equivalent discipline. You will also require:

Proven experience in an STA role working on Supplier Quality Assurance within the automotive industry within an OEM or 1st Tier Supplier

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and working ISO9001/IATF16949 and other relevant quality management systems

Thorough knowledge of industry standards and quality requirements for automotive components

Ability to carry out audits and monitor and report on Supplier performance

Excellent understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and other quality management tools

If you're looking to make a positive impact and create change, possessing previous experience as an STA Engineer or SQA / SDE Engineer with a committed approach, you'll be rewarded with an excellent salary and benefits package.QA

Should you be interested in applying for the STA Engineer position based in Coventry, please contact Mark Bignell on or email

Jonathan Lee Recruitment are a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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