Job Title

Senior SQD Engineer - China

Ref #

53778

Date posted

Friday, September 26, 2025

Country

China

Location

Shanghai

Business area

SQD

Position level

G - Qualified Senior

Working time

Full Time

Contract type

Fixed Term Contract

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

9am - 6pm Monday to Friday

What to Expect

This is a newly created role as SQA will support the development of suppliers in China and ensure the quality of parts delivered consistently meet specification using AIAG standard tools and methods and in compliance with IATF16949. You will also have a close link to the Supplier Quality team in UK so that you are able to directly contribute to the development of our global sourcing strategies.

This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our partner office in Shanghai, China where you will report to the Supplier Quality Manager. There is a close link to the Procurement team in the UK so that you can directly contribute to the development of our global sourcing strategies.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, a company which can demonstrate confidence in its ability to deliver.

Your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking business. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.

What You'll Do

Work with Engineering development and Purchasing colleagues to develop and deploy Sourcing strategies
Work with Engineering and Purchasing colleagues to select and nominate capable suppliers
Work with Engineering and suppliers to refine product design (DFM) and define feasible manufacturing processes
Work with Engineering and suppliers to support APQP activities ensuring robust and on time completion of tasks
Work with Engineering development partner and suppliers to complete PPAP according to commodity timing plan
Ensure robust hand over of PPAP parts to Contract manufacturer and support for 90 days post SOP/Job1
Manage suppliers in series phase, ensuring they remain capable to produce according to PPAP and resolve any concerns or claims raised by Contract manufacturer robustly
Implementation of risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions and ensure business continuity
Support departmental objectives relating to the establishing of a new team, processes and performance management tools

What You'll Bring

Degree educated, preferably within a related discipline.
Previous experience within a Supplier Quality function required / management preferred
Strong experience in a complex manufacturing environment essential and OEM Automotive preferred
Experience in chassis, powertrain, electrical, interior, exterior or body structures
Must be experienced in IATF16949 requirements and AIAG standard methods
Demonstrable experience of working with Chinese and Western cultures.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Mandarin, with a demonstrated ability to influence at Management level
Willing to undertake significant amount of business travel
Experienced using, training and coaching standard practical problem-solving tools
Previous experience launching multiple vehicles into production preferred
Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment where change is constant, and structures and systems are new and constantly evolving.

What We'll Do for You

Who Are We?

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It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks.

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.