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Project Quality Engineer - Customer Liaison

On-site in Valls·Added 10 days ago

Lear Corporation

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Lear Corporation doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Valls
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Junior-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience in the Electronics and/or Automotive industry.
Experience using quality methodologies and problem-solving tools, including 8D.
Fluent in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

The role

As a Project Quality Engineer - Customer Liaison, you will serve as the key point of contact between customers and internal teams for quality-related matters. You will lead investigations of customer complaints, drive effective corrective and preventive actions, and ensure customer satisfaction through timely resolution of quality issues. This role supports the Electronics Campus in Valls and works closely with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and supplier teams.

What you'll do

Lead cross-functional teams to investigate customer complaints and drive effective containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
Reproduce and analyze customer-reported issues to identify root causes and define sustainable solutions.
Coordinate investigations with internal experts, external laboratories, and suppliers when required.
Ensure containment actions are implemented quickly to protect customers and business operations.
Prepare, review, and present Failure Analysis Reports and 8D reports to customers.
Act as the primary quality liaison between customers and internal manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.
Support customer visits, audits, and technical discussions related to quality concerns.
Monitor the progress of corrective action plans and ensure timely closure of quality issues.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process effectiveness, and customer satisfaction.
Lead task forces and escalation activities for critical customer issues and high-impact quality incidents.

Hiring process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; if you fit, an HR representative gets in touch and the recruiting team explains the interview process for that role, which varies by role and location

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Candidates who fit are connected with an HR representative first.

About Lear Corporation

Lear Corporation is a global automotive technology company that designs and manufactures seating and electrical distribution systems for major automakers worldwide. With over 160,000 employees across more than 250 locations in 37 countries, Lear is a Fortune 500 company and a leading supplier in the automotive industry, operating through two main business segments: Seating and E-Systems (electrical distribution and electronics).

In Spain, Lear has a significant industrial and engineering presence, with multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers, particularly in Catalonia and other regions. The company offers roles in engineering, manufacturing, IT, logistics, and HR, and is known for its focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. For international professionals, Lear provides opportunities to work in a multicultural environment with global career mobility, especially in engineering and management positions within its E-Systems division.

Industry: Automotive
Founded: 1917
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Southfield, USA
In Spain: Barcelona, Valls, Roig de Levallois and 1 more
Website: lear.com

Good to know if you are moving

Lear has multiple manufacturing plants and technical centers in Spain, primarily in Catalonia (e.g., Barcelona area), offering opportunities in engineering, manufacturing, and IT.
The company operates in a global matrix structure, providing international professionals with potential for cross-border career mobility and exposure to global projects.
Many roles in Spain are focused on the E-Systems division (electronics and electrical distribution), which is a key growth area for the company.
Lear emphasizes continuous improvement and lean manufacturing, so experience with these methodologies is valued.
Working at Lear in Spain may require Spanish language skills for plant-based roles, but engineering and management positions often operate in English.

In their own words

About the company & team

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we're named one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

They're the secret to our success-empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Additional information

Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity.

We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.

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