Quality Engineer VW

Puesto: Quality Engineer – (VW Experience Required)
Location: San Luis Potosí

Founded in 1870, Edscha has developed into the world’s largest supplier of hinge-systems. It is one of the leading European suppliers of driver controls (pedal boxes and parking brakes) and drives for fully automated opening and closing of rear lids and lift gates. Under the umbrella of Spanish automotive supplier Gestamp, Edscha services virtually every automaker with its products and know-how from 23 world locations with some 6,300 employees.

We are seeking a highly skilled  Quality Engineer  with full-cycle experience managing Volkswagen (VW) as a direct customer. This role requires strong technical expertise in automotive quality systems, advanced problem‑solving methodologies, and hands-on interaction with OEM portals and customer requirements.

Advanced English is mandatory due to continuous communication with global teams and documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities
VW Customer Management — Lead direct communication with VW for quality topics, approvals, deviations, and project follow-up.
PPAP & Core Tools Execution — Prepare, validate, and submit complete PPAP documentation according to VW and IATF requirements.
Problem Solving & Containment — Drive 8D reports, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
Process Quality Control — Monitor production processes, capability studies, SPC, audits, and compliance with VW standards.
Customer Portals Management — Operate VW systems such as Le-On, ensuring timely updates, documentation accuracy, and KPI compliance.
Cross-functional Collaboration — Work closely with production, engineering, logistics, and supplier quality teams to ensure product conformity and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering.
Full professional experience managing VW as a customer (mandatory).
Advanced English (written and spoken).
Strong command of IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, VDA 6.5, AIAG Core Tools, and automotive quality systems.
Proven experience with PPAP, control plans, CPK, MSA, SPC, and dimensional validation.
Ability to lead customer meetings, audits, and technical discussions confidently.

Preferred Skills

Experience with additional OEMs (Audi, GM, Nissan, etc.).
Knowledge of metal-mechanic or assembly manufacturing processes.
Strong analytical mindset and data-driven decision-making.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.