Lead Specialist - Project Quality

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are developing advanced safety systems including seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as a Lead Specialist - Project Quality.

Job Summary

The Lead Specialist - Project Quality will drive quality assurance activities across projects to ensure products meet safety, regulatory and customer requirements. The role is responsible for planning and executing quality strategies for new product introductions and project changes, leading cross-functional quality reviews, and ensuring robust control plans and verification activities are in place throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality planning for projects, including creation and maintenance of Quality Plans, Control Plans and Verification Matrices.

• Coordinate and facilitate cross-functional project quality gates, design reviews and product sign-offs.

• Define and manage project-specific inspection, testing and validation activities to ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements.

• Perform risk assessments (e.g., PFMEA) and drive implementation of mitigation actions with engineering, manufacturing and suppliers.

• Support supplier quality activities including supplier selection, process audits, PPAP/PSW review and supplier corrective action tracking.

• Investigate quality issues during development and launch, lead root cause analysis (5 Why, RCA) and ensure timely, effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

• Monitor project quality metrics and provide regular reporting to project leadership and stakeholders.

• Ensure alignment between project documentation (drawings, specifications, BOMs) and quality requirements; maintain traceability.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, reduce variation and improve manufacturability and testability.

• Provide coaching and guidance to project team members on quality methods, tools and best practices.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan and other product development quality tools.

• Experience in project quality management within automotive or complex manufacturing environments.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis techniques.

• Proficiency with MS Office tools; experience with quality management systems and PLM/ERP tools is desirable.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a deadline-driven environment.

Behavioral Competencies

• Customer focus

• Collaboration

• Accountability

• Decision making

• Execution discipline

• Continuous improvement mindset

• Building trust

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing or a related discipline; relevant professional certifications (e.g., CQE, Six Sigma) are an advantage.

Experience

• Typically 12+ years of experience in quality roles within product development or project environments, with demonstrable experience in automotive or safety-critical products preferred.

Language

• English (required)

We are committed to inclusive recruitment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. In our international work setting, you will find opportunities designed to enhance your career and personal development. We support training in technical competency, leadership development and business management skills.

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