Quality Management in Engineering

Quality Management in Engineering: Scientific Processes and Methods for the Automotive Industry, Second Edition, builds upon the first edition's strong foundation in quality management while addressing two critical industry advancements: supplier quality management and perceived quality frameworks. It offers a comprehensive exploration of methodologies designed to meet modern challenges, ensuring both functional excellence and aesthetic appeal in product development. Enhanced with automotive case studies featuring electric vehicle and autonomous driving technologies, this edition provides practical, science-based approaches for implementing robust quality systems throughout the product lifecycle.This new edition includes expanded coverage of supplier quality management, reflecting the evolution of suppliers from parts producers to design, software, and assembly partners. Case studies involving EV battery manufacturers and autonomous driving technologies illustrate these advancements. Additionally, the book introduces a science-based Perceived Quality (PQ) framework, addressing customers' growing expectations for products that combine reliability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. This framework includes methodologies for design analysis, prototype evaluation, and craftsmanship, supported by visual examples from global automotive models.Written for engineering professionals, quality managers, and academics, the new edition is tailored to meet the needs of both Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers. Industry practitioners will benefit from practical tools such as Quality Function Deployment (QFD) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), while academics will find real-world applications of theoretical principles. Whether you're working in the automotive industry or studying its best practices, this edition provides invaluable insights into modern quality management.

Dr. Jong S. Lim is a professor at Zhejiang University, China, and the CEO of QEM Technologies, a global consulting firm specializing in quality, reliability, and innovation. With over 35 years of leadership experience in the global automotive and electronics industries, he is an internationally recognized authority in quality and reliability engineering. Dr. Lim began his career at Hyundai Motors in 1985 and later earned his Ph.D. in Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer from Duke University, where he studied under the renowned Professor Adrian Bejan. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has held senior engineering and executive roles at some of the world’s leading companies. At Samsung Electronics, he specialized in product reliability and thermal management systems. As New Model Project Manager at Honda Motors North America, he oversaw the development of key models, including the Civic, Odyssey, and MDX. During Dr. Lim’s tenure as Vice President of Quality at Renault Samsung Motors, he established a quality system that earned the #1 ranking in customer satisfaction in Korea for ten consecutive years. At Geely Group, he served as Vice President, leading R&D efforts and Volvo platform integration. Additionally, as Senior Director of Reliability Engineering at FAW Group, he developed reliability architectures for next-generation electric vehicles. Dr. Lim is also the author of the book Quality Management in Engineering (Taylor & Francis, 2019), further solidifying his expertise and contributions to the field.