Mfg. Quality Technician-Austria

XPENG; Graz; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension included

Bonus potential

Diverse, varied role

Job summary

XPENG is seeking a quality engineer to verify production processes, identify drift and non-compliance, and rapidly contain defects on the line. You will drive corrective actions for in-process issues and validate improvements, while analyzing defect rates and preparing proactive quality reports to mitigate risks.

You will lead root cause analyses for complex vehicle quality issues, develop corrective action plans, and guide supplier and production teams in implementing solutions.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of NEV architecture and assembly processes.
• Willingness to work in shifts.
• Proficient English as a working language.
• Experience in vehicle failure analysis and SOP ramp-up technical support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct process verification to identify process drift, operational non-compliance, and execution gaps; rapidly contain batch defects on the production line.
• Drive implementation of corrective actions for in-process quality issues and validate improvement effectiveness.
• Analyze process defect and rework rates; prepare quality performance reports to proactively mitigate mass production risks and ensure stable operations.
• Lead technical analysis and root cause identification for complex vehicle quality issues, recurring defects, and latent process flaws.
• Develop problem reports, corrective action plans, and preventive mechanisms; guide contract manufacturer’s process and production teams in implementing technical solutions to close the loop.
• Localize technical standards and case studies from headquarters; share key overseas quality issues and build a dedicated knowledge base for lessons learned and continuous improvement.

Skills

NEV architecture

Root cause analysis

Technical troubleshooting

SOP ramp-up

Job description

1. Conduct process verification to identify process drift, operational non-compliance, and execution gaps; rapidly contain batch defects on the production line.

2. Drive implementation of corrective actions for in-process quality issues and validate improvement effectiveness.

3. Analyze process defect and rework rates; prepare quality performance reports to proactively mitigate mass production risks and ensure stable operations.

4. Lead technical analysis and root cause identification for complex vehicle quality issues, recurring defects, and latent process flaws.

5. Develop problem reports, corrective action plans, and preventive mechanisms; guide contract manufacturer’s process and production teams in implementing technical solutions to close the loop.

6. Localize technical standards and case studies from headquarters; share key overseas quality issues and build a dedicated knowledge base for lessons learned and continuous improvement.

Qualities:

1. Expert knowledge of NEV architecture and assembly processes; strong logical analysis, technical troubleshooting, and root cause investigation skills to independently resolve complex quality issues.

2. Willingness to work in shifts.

3. Proficient English as a working language.

4. Prior experience in vehicle failure analysis and SOP ramp-up technical support is highly preferred.

XPENG offers:

• An interesting, unique and very varied job at XPENG
• A job with an incredibly large contact surface both internally and externally
• An attractive salary package incl. pension and with the possibility of a bonus
• To be involved in the growth of an existing EV brand in Europe

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As part of our application process, certain positions at our company require a pre-employment screening to ensure the reliability and integrity of our employees. This screening is a standard procedure and may include components such as a Criminal Background Check from your current or previous country of residence over the past five years. Additionally, the process may involve an integrity questionnaire, verification of identification, diplomas, work experience, and consultation of the central insolvency register.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

At XPENG, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics.