Remote Automotive Quality Engineer

Placements24; Newlands; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & incentives

Fully remote work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Automotive Quality Engineer to drive quality across automotive components and systems from a home-based role. You will develop quality plans, analyze data, and lead CAPA with global engineering and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities include audits, documentation, and ongoing improvements to ensure safety and reliability across products. Remote work with flexible scheduling encourages collaboration with international teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• 3+ years of quality engineering experience, preferably automotive.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and quality tools (8D, FMEA).
• Experience with inspection techniques and MSA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality plans for automotive components and systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement CAPA.
• Monitor quality data from production, testing, and field performance.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing to meet requirements.
• Perform internal and supplier audits for quality standards.
• Maintain quality documentation and control plans.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce defects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MSA

FMEA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Remote Automotive Quality Engineer to join their team, working entirely from home. This role is crucial for ensuring the quality and reliability of automotive components and systems throughout the product lifecycle. You will be responsible for developing and implementing quality control processes, analyzing quality data, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to impact vehicle safety and performance from a remote setting, collaborating with global engineering and manufacturing teams to uphold the highest standards of automotive quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality plans for automotive components and systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis of quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and analyze quality data from production, testing, and field performance.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure product quality requirements are met.
• Perform internal and supplier audits to assess compliance with quality standards.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including inspection procedures and control plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reduce defects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in quality engineering, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, FMEA), and quality methodologies.
• Experience with inspection techniques and measurement systems analysis (MSA).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and professional development support.
• Opportunity to contribute to the quality and safety of automotive products globally.