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Perceived Quality Attribute Leader – Material Quality

Permanent

Hethel

Hybrid – 4 days on site per week

Reporting to Perceived Quality Manager

About the Role

Lotus is recruiting for an experienced Quality professional to join our Quality team as a Perceived Quality Attribute Leader – Appearance Quality on a permanent basis. This role will be based at our prestigious manufacturing site in Hethel.

This role will be responsible for setting and delivering the aesthetical targets for new vehicles. Assessing and reporting status during project phases and driving resolution of identified issues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for achieving desired perceived quality attributes related to materials used in automotive interiors and exteriors.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and qualification of materials based on their perceived quality attributes, such as appearance, haptic feel, and sound quality.
• Define and develop specifications, targets, standards, and procedures for material-related perceived quality attributes, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, brand identity, and industry standards.
• Lead the AAR laboratory and the Appearance Approval process and report..
• Work closely with design, marketing, engineering, and manufacturing teams to understand their requirements, provide technical expertise on material attributes, and guide material selection decisions to achieve desired perceived quality outcomes.
• Work closely with material suppliers and design teams to select appropriate materials and finishes that meet desired appearance targets and requirements.
• Investigate and analyse material-related perceived quality issues, working in cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions to improve perceived quality.
• Maintain detailed records of material specifications, attribute targets, test results, and improvement initiatives.
• Generate reports and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and progress to stakeholders

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Design, Human Factor or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of factors influencing perceived quality in automotive applications or similar, including visual appearance, haptic and feel.
• Ability to understand colour and be efficient in the use of surface scanning measurement devices.
• Familiarity with materials used in automotive interiors and exteriors
• Able to analyse and interpret material test data, identify trends and patterns,
• Proficiency in using relevant software tools for materials analysis, testing, and documentation, such as CAD software, data analysis software, and Microsoft Office suite.

Desirable:

• Experience of the application of automotive engineering quality tools within and OEM environment
• Understanding of the challenges inherent to complex assemblies and technologies.
• Prior experience in material selection and development for automotive applications, particularly in areas related to perceived quality

About Lotus

Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.

Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours. In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world’s first all-electric British hypercar.

The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre. Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV. It is pure electric, and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.

The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy. It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative and motivated people to join us on our journey.

We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company. You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job. You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.

What we offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid Working
• Half day finish on a Friday
• 6% pension contribution
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
• Private Healthcare
• Group income protection based on length of service
• Paid time off for medical appointments
• Family Friendly policies
• Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing and recognition platform #ForUSLOT

We reserve the right to close this role early if a high volume of applicants is received.

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More information on working at Lotus, Vision 80 and the exciting future for Lotus can be found https://uslot.lotuscars.com/

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