SQD Manager - Electrical & HV Systems
Job in
Woking, Surrey County, GU22, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-09
Listing for:
Gerrell & Hard Ltd.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-09
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Quality Engineering, Automotive Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our world class OEM client based in Surrey is seeking a SQD Manager - Electrical & HV Systems.
What you will do:- Own and drive supplier quality performance for electrical propulsion and HV components supporting hybrid and multi-propulsion vehicle programmes.
- Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Parts Approval Process (PPAP) activities with suppliers of batteries, emotors, inverters, power electronics, and HV wiring systems.
- Establish robust quality gates from concept through to series production for hybrid propulsion systems.
- Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) reviews with suppliers to mitigate risks in hybrid powertrain components.
- Lead containment and corrective actions for non-conforming parts, ensuring minimal impact on hybrid vehicle production schedules.
- Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent corrective actions using 8D methodology.
- Support early supplier involvement (ESI) for new hybrid and multi-propulsion programmes, ensuring quality is embedded from concept to launch.
- Validate supplier readiness through Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) assessments and capability reviews for HV battery and propulsion systems.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety (FUSA) and Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) requirements for hybrid propulsion components.
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related discipline) or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in supplier quality or quality engineering within automotive or high-performance sectors, with specific exposure to hybrid propulsion, electrified powertrains, or HV systems.
- Knowledge of hybrid vehicle architectures (PHEV, MHEV, HEV).
- OEM Supplier Quality Experience required.
- Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and core quality tools.
- Experience with high-voltage battery systems, e-motors, inverters, or hybrid powertrain components.
- Understanding of ISO 26262, ASIL ratings, and functional safety requirements for hybrid vehicles.
- Proven track record in supplier development, problem-solving, and driving quality improvements in complex, multi-propulsion environments.
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