Quality Principal Engineer

Manpower Group Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Dubai is looking for a Quality Manager to lead efforts in enhancing product and process quality through continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Quality Assurance, at least 10 years of experience in quality engineering, and strong leadership and communication skills. This role involves developing quality strategies, implementing processes for compliance, and driving continuous improvements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a project quality or quality engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, quality control, and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts in enhancing product and process quality through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop quality plans and assurance strategies to meet industry standards.
• Design comprehensive test plans for new products and features.

Skills

Quality assurance

Quality control

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field

Job description

Job Purpose

Responsible for leading Our Client’s efforts in enhancing product and process quality through continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves developing and implementing quality improvement strategies, driving process optimization, and ensuring adherence to industry and regulatory standards.

Key Accountabilities

Quality Strategy Development

• Develop quality plans and implement quality assurance and control strategies to ensure product quality meets industry and customer requirements.
• Define measurable quality objectives aligned with organizational goals.

Quality Assurance Processes

• Establish, improve, and maintain processes for product testing, inspection, and validation to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Research and implement industry best practices in quality engineering and continuous improvement methodologies.

Testing and Validation

• Design comprehensive test plans and strategies for new products, features, and enhancements.
• Oversee and participate in testing activities, including functional, performance, regression, and usability testing.

Metrics and Reporting

• Define key performance indicators and quality metrics to measure product performance and team effectiveness.
• Analyse data from testing and inspections using statistical methods and prepare detailed reports with findings and recommendations.

Compliance and Standards

• Ensure products meet applicable regulatory and industry standards (e.g., ISO or other governing bodies).
• Participate in internal and external audits, address findings, and implement corrective actions.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and process effectiveness.
• Conduct training sessions to promote quality culture, awareness, and best practices across the organization.

Skills

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a project quality or quality engineering environment.

Competencies

• Achievement drive
• Communication
• Developing others
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Strong track record of leading quality initiatives

Skills

• Strong understanding of quality assurance, quality control, and testing methodologies.
• Ability to analyse data using statistical tools and derive actionable insights.
• Experience in supporting audits and compliance efforts.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.