Senior FMEA Expert & Moderator (Freelance - Nearshore, Offshore)
Sidekick NetworkHanover, Lower Saxony, Germany
Posted January 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Sidekick Network specializes in aligning top-tier IT and ERP talent with complex deployment projects, ensuring optimal fit through a rigorous, experience-based selection process. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services—including IT project and program management, procurement, digital and business transformation, SAP and SAP HANA rollouts, agile project management, and change management—to support end-to-end system implementations. By leveraging deep industry knowledge and a proven track record of successful engagements, Sidekick Network delivers tailored solutions that accelerate digital transformation and maximize ROI. Its collaborative culture emphasizes partnership, transparency, and continuous improvement, positioning the firm as a trusted partner for organizations seeking expert guidance and execution in high-stakes IT initiatives.
Job Description
For upcoming automotive projects with a German end customer, we are looking for an experienced Senior FMEA Expert & Moderator to support project teams on a situational, part-time basis, moderating and guiding FMEA activities according to the AIAG & VDA FMEA standard.
Requirements
- Senior-level experience (8–15+ years) in FMEA within the automotive industry
- Proven experience as an FMEA Moderator (not only FMEA author)
- Strong knowledge of the AIAG & VDA FMEA methodology
- Hands-on experience with Plato e1ns (Peak Avenue)
- Excellent English skills (fluent, written and spoken)
- Ability to work independently and guide senior stakeholders
- Experience working in distributed, international project setups
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on automotive projects with a German end customer
- Flexible part-time work arrangement
- Opportunity to work with international teams
