Shape the quality of the vehicles of tomorrow
Are you an ambitious engineering graduate looking to start your career in a fast-paced, global automotive environment?
Nissan's Supplier Quality Development (SQD) team is responsible for ensuring that every component supplied to our manufacturing operations meets the highest standards of quality, reliability and performance. As a Graduate SQD Engineer, you will work with suppliers, engineers, manufacturing teams and purchasing functions to develop robust manufacturing processes and deliver quality excellence.
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience at either Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (Sunderland) or Nissan Technical Centre Europe (Cranfield), whilst working with suppliers across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Location: Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (NMUK), Sunderland or Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE), Cranfield
Department: Supplier Quality Development (SQD)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Travel: UK, Europe and occasional global
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Graduate SQD Engineer, you will:
Work alongside experienced SQD engineers gaining on the job training
Gain expertise in automotive manufacturing technologies and quality systems
Become a formally Certified Nissan Auditor
Support supplier quality investigations and improvement activities
Assist with supplier assessments, process audits and quality reviews
Monitor supplier quality performance and identify trends using data analysis
Support New Model Introduction and vehicle launch activities
Review manufacturing processes, quality controls and production readiness
Participate in NPQP (Nissan Product Quality Procedure) and problem-solving activities
Work hand in hand with Purchasing, Engineering and Plant Quality teams
Support suppliers in implementing corrective and preventive actions
What You'll Learn:
Our structured SQD development programme will provide exposure to:
Supplier Quality Management
Supplier Auditing and Assessment
Automotive Manufacturing Technologies & Process Evaluation
New Supplier Sourcing Activities
Quality Improvement Methodologies
Data Analysis and Quality Reporting
You will be mentored by experienced SQD engineers and develop the skills required to become a future specialist in supplier quality and manufacturing excellence. SQD career development includes training and progression through recognised Audit Certification.
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
Undergraduate or Postgraduate Degree in Engineering (2:1/merit or higher)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to enable you to lead best decision making
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve the best results for the business
Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in the fast-paced, dynamic automative manufacturing environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Full UK driving licence
Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally
Please note the successful candidate is expected to commence employment in January 2027 and we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Sponsorship may only be available if the role becomes permanent in January 2029. Applicants must therefore have an existing and independent right to work in the UK for the duration of the fixed-term position.
Desirable but not essential:
Placement year, internship or project experience within manufacturing or engineering.
Knowledge of automotive quality tools and methodologies such as: FMEA
Control Plans
8D Problem Solving
IATF 16949
What we offer:
We firmly believe that investment in our employees is integral to their growth and success. As a member of our team, you will have access to many of our benefits - because we want you to feel cared for, supported, and engaged at Nissan. Alongside comprehensive career development and learning opportunities, you will also have access to a wide range of employee benefits.
Competitive base salary…