Senior Automotive Quality Engineer - Hybrid, IATF 16949

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional certifications support

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Quality Engineer in Kimberley, ZA. You will lead quality initiatives across design, development, manufacturing and inspection, ensuring IATF 16949 compliance and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams, perform supplier audits, and drive CAPA actions while mentoring quality staff in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or related field.
• Minimum 6 years' automotive quality engineering or similar experience.
• Deep knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements.
• Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and MSA tools.
• Experience with 8D and 5 Whys for root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control plans for automotive components and processes.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits to ensure quality compliance.
• Use SPC/DOE to monitor process capability and product quality.
• Lead CAPA investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain to resolve quality issues.
• Manage customer complaints and warranty claims; prepare reports for stakeholders.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and quality standards.
• Deliver quality training and foster a strong quality culture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or related field

Tools

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

MSA

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Quality Engineer in Kimberley, ZA. You will lead quality initiatives across design, development, manufacturing and inspection, ensuring IATF 16949 compliance and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams, perform supplier audits, and drive CAPA actions while mentoring quality staff in a hybrid work setting.