Material PQ Expert

Full Remote Working

Contract: 6 Months

Pay: 305/d - INSIDE IR35

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for achieving desired perceived quality attributes related to materials used in automotive interiors and exteriors.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and qualification of materials based on their perceived quality attributes, such as appearance, haptic feel, and sound quality.
• Define and develop specifications, targets, standards, and procedures for material-related perceived quality attributes, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, brand identity, and industry standards.
• Lead the AAR laboratory and the Appearance Approval process and report.
• Work closely with design, marketing, engineering, and manufacturing teams to understand their requirements, provide technical expertise on material attributes, and guide material selection decisions to achieve desired perceived quality outcomes.
• Work closely with material suppliers and design teams to select appropriate materials and finishes that meet desired appearance targets and requirements.
• Investigate and analyse material-related perceived quality issues, working in cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to improve perceived quality.
• Maintain detailed records of material specifications, attribute targets, test results, and improvement initiatives.
• Generate reports and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and progress to stakeholders

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Design, Human Factor or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of factors influencing perceived quality in automotive applications or similar, including visual appearance, haptic and feel.
• Ability to understand colour and be efficient in the use of surface scanning measurement devices.
• Familiarity with materials used in automotive interiors and exteriors
• Able to analyse and interpret material test data, identify trends and patterns,
• Proficiency in using relevant software tools for materials analysis, testing, and documentation, such as CAD software, data analysis software, and Microsoft Office suite.