Job Description
Job Title:  AQ ENGINEER II
Posting Start Date:  11/9/26
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. 
Job Description: 

Job Overview

The AQ Engineer is responsible for driving quality activities throughout the new product development and launch process. This role leads APQP execution, quality risk assessment, product qualification, and customer issue resolution to ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements. The position works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project teams to support successful product launches and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead Quality Assurance activities for new product development (NPI) and sustaining projects, including APQP planning, inspection plans, quality control jig/gauge design, and qualification activities.
  • Serve as the Quality representative in cross-functional project teams, ensuring all quality deliverables are completed on schedule throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Manage First Article Inspection (FAI), capability studies, PPAP submissions, and part release approvals.
  • Participate in design reviews, feasibility studies, and product development phases to identify and mitigate quality risks early.
  • Drive DFMEA, PFMEA, and risk assessment activities, leveraging lessons learned and implementing preventive actions.
  • Support Error Proofing (Poka-Yoke) reviews and conduct risk analysis to validate process robustness.
  • Lead customer complaint investigations using 8D methodology, Root Cause Analysis, and corrective action processes.
  • Monitor product quality during Safe Launch and ensure all open issues are resolved before project closure.
  • Maintain lessons learned databases and support continuous improvement initiatives for future projects.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Tooling, Suppliers, and Customers to ensure compliance with quality and customer requirements.
  • Propose and justify investments in inspection equipment, testing systems, and customized quality tools required for new product launches.

What your background should look like

  • Degree or Diploma in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • 2-5 years of Quality Assurance experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Automotive manufacturing experience is highly preferred and will be given priority consideration.
  • Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, 8D, Root Cause Analysis, and DOE.
  • Familiarity with Quality Management Systems and standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001.
  • Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), product qualification, and manufacturing process validation.
  • Experience in connector manufacturing, stamping, molding, mechanical assembly, or cable assembly is highly preferred.
  • Good command of English, both written and spoken.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities independently.
  • Experience with SAP is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of VDA 6.3 Process Audit, Six Sigma, or Shainin Red-X is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel overseas for tooling buy-off activities as required.

Job Locations:

GATEWAY CITY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, 837 MOO 9 HUA SAMR
CHACHOENGSAO PROVINCE, Chachoengsao 24190
Thailand
Posting City:  CHACHOENGSAO PROVINCE
Job Country:  Thailand
Travel Required:  25% to 50%
Requisition ID:  160844
Workplace Type:  Onsite
External Careers Page:  Quality