Posted:  12th April, 2025

 

Position: FMA (Failure Mode Avoidance) Engineer 

Domain:  Engineering Quality / Product Assurance 

Job Type: Permanent / Contract 

Location: Onsite in West Midlands, UK / Remote  

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Job Summary: 

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in applying FMA methodologies across the product lifecycle, from concept to production, and will bring a strong mindset for risk identification, mitigation planning, and design robustness. Experience in facilitating FMA processes and leading peer reviews is essential. 

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Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead the creation, application, and review of Design FMEAs (DFMEAs) for propulsion and mechatronic systems. 

• Drive the Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) process across multiple engineering domains to ensure product robustness. 

• Facilitate cross-functional DFMEA reviews, ensuring alignment with design intent and functional objectives. 

• Support design teams in identifying and mitigating potential failure modes early in the development process. 

• Work closely with validation and systems teams to ensure failure modes are addressed through test plans and countermeasures. 

• Apply lessons learned, past failure data, and historical FMEA knowledge to new programs and platforms. 

• Ensure FMA deliverables are aligned with quality standards (e.g., APQP, IATF 16949, ISO 26262 if applicable). 

• Contribute to continuous improvement of FMA processes, templates, and training within the organization. 

• Support risk management documentation and gate review readiness throughout the product lifecycle. 

 

Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: 

 

Technical Skills: 

 

• Proven experience in applying DFMEA with a strong understanding of failure modes in propulsion and mechatronic systems. 

• Solid knowledge of the FMA methodology, including linkage to DVP&R, boundary diagrams, P-diagrams, and test validation. 

• Familiarity with risk assessment tools and industry-standard quality systems. 

• Proficiency in FMEA tools and platforms (e.g., IQ-FMEA, APIS IQ, or Excel-based templates). 

 

Experience: 

 

• 4–8 years of relevant engineering experience in automotive, aerospace, or similar regulated industries. 

• Hands-on experience with propulsion system components, mechatronics, or embedded electromechanical systems. 

• Background in leading or contributing to FMEA workshops and peer reviews. 

 

 

 

Soft Skills: 

 

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Strong attention to detail and structured problem-solving capabilities. 

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive a culture of quality and prevention. 

• Organized and proactive in driving tasks to completion in fast-paced environments. 

 

Education: 

 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. 

• Additional certifications in FMEA, Six Sigma, or Quality Systems are a plus. 

 

What we offer (For Permanent) 

• Competitive Salary in line with level of experience 

• UK Work Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates 

• Opportunity to be part of world class product development projects 

• Pension Scheme 

• 28 Days Holidays (Annual + Bank Holidays). 

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage. 

How to Apply 

If you are passionate about working on the world-class innovation projects and meet the requirements of the role, please email your application to careers@qdslglobal.com 

The applications window for this position shall be closed any time as per the applications we may receive.