Initial Sampling Engineer – Quality Management (QMC)

About the role

The Initial Sampling Engineer will support the Quality Management Customer (QMC) team by preparing and delivering first‑sample products for automotive customers. You will ensure timely submission of EMPB/PPAP samples and maintain high standards of documentation and communication.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare EMPB/PPAP first samples and ensure on‑time submission for HtvP products.
• Track and follow up sampling timelines continuously.
• Prepare customer‑required documentation and information packages.
• Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders such as production, development, quality, and project management.
• Act as the key contact for the POST tool, providing usage support.
• Review and align sampling status across projects and manage change implementations.
• Monitor sampling performance (timing, completeness, quality) and initiate corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and customer‑specific requirements (PPAP/EMPB).
• Participate in problem‑solving activities related to sampling delays or quality issues.
• Coordinate deviations and support internal communication during escalations.
• Provide training on initial sampling processes within the organization.

Required profile

• 2–4 years of experience in automotive quality, project, or sampling environments.
• BE/B.Tech degree in Electrical & Computer (E&C) or Electrical & Electronics (E&E) engineering.
• Solid knowledge of PPAP and EMPB processes.

Required skills

• PPAP process knowledge
• EMPB process knowledge
• POST tool usage