Quality Plant Engineering Leader

Stellantis is a leading global automaker and mobility provider that offers clean, connected, affordable, and safe mobility solutions. Our Company’s strength lies in the breadth of our iconic brand portfolio, the diversity and passion of our people, and our deep roots in the communities in which we operate. Our ambitious electrification and software strategies and the creation of an innovative ecosystem of strategic, game-changing partnerships are driving our transformation to a sustainable mobility tech company. The driving force behind us is the diverse and talented group of men and women around the world who bring their passion and experience to their work every day. And while we are a truly global organization, we remain deeply rooted in the communities in which we operate and where our colleagues live and work. With industrial operations in nearly 30 countries, Stellantis could consistently exceed the evolving needs and expectations of consumers in more than 130 markets, while creating superior value for all stakeholders. Job Overview We are looking for a Quality Plant Engineering Leader (QPEL) to join our Propulsion Systems Quality organization at the Termoli eDCT Plant. In this highly visible technical leadership role, you will lead Plant Quality Engineering activities within your perimeter, coordinating your team and working closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supplier Quality and external suppliers to drive quality convergence throughout serial production Your Responsibilities Drive Customer & Product Quality
• Lead customer quality and satisfaction activities, ensuring effective management of field and warranty issues.
• Coordinate supplier quality activities and drive quality convergence across the assigned perimeter.
• Lead diagnosis, Root Cause Analysis and corrective action plans for complex product and process issues.
• Manage escalation of critical quality topics and contribute to the resolution of systemic or recurring issues, including warranty and recall-related concerns.
• Ensure lessons learned are effectively transferred back to Engineering and Design teams. Secure Production & Serial Life
• Provide technical leadership to protect production while ensuring compliance with customer and quality expectations.
• Define and implement containment actions when non-conformities arise, including supplier-related issues.
• Coordinate suppliers and internal teams to minimize production disruption, rework and customer delivery impact.
• Propose alternative technical solutions when product or component issues could put mass production at risk.
• Manage product and process evolutions throughout serial life, including cost-saving initiatives and engineering changes. Strengthen Process Robustness
• Ensure effective implementation of plant monitoring and control plans.
• Lead and support Layered Process Audits (LPA) and plant maturity assessments.
• Monitor the effectiveness of control and rework activities and drive corrective actions where required.
• Participate in PPAP activities and support product/process maturity throughout serial life.
• Ensure plant compliance with technical requirements and applicable standards for the assigned perimeter. Lead Quality Performance
• Coordinate Plant Quality KPIs and drive improvement plans to achieve quality objectives.
• Monitor key indicators related to defects, Direct Run Ratio, Customer Audits and field performance.
• Identify risks early and ensure effective escalation and resolution.
• Support critical decisions related to product quality, customer protection and production continuity. Lead & Develop Your Team
• Define workload and priorities across the Quality Plant Engineering team.
• Allocate activities according to risks, priorities and business needs.
• Ensure structured problem solving and effective management of escalated topics.
• Develop technical capabilities across the team through skills mapping and continuous development.
• Ensure safe and effective daily team operations. Your Qualifications, Skills and Experience
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related Engineering field.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant professional experience.
• Previous experience within Engineering, Manufacturing / Mechanical Plant or Project teams.
• Proven ability to lead Engineering teams and deliver product changes and launches on time.
• Strong experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively from senior management to the shopfloor.
• Comfortable working in a high-intensity manufacturing environment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Self-motivated, rigorous and pragmatic.
• Availability to work outside standard hours when required by production needs.
• Fluent in English and the plant language.
• On-site presence required. Nice to Have:
• Green Belt certification.
• Experience with World Class Manufacturing methodologies Our Offer
• Salary range: from 43000€ to 47000€, that will be defined depending on the level of adherence of the candidate to the job requirements
• Collective Agreement: In accordance with the provisions of the Specific Collective Labour Agreement (CCSL – CNEL code: CO10), and in particular with regard to the classification within the third professional area. At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. By submitting your application, you are accepting our privacy notice: https://www.stellantis.com/en/privacy