Quality Engineer (m/f/d)

Michael Page; Zürich; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Relocation support

Mobility allowance

Temporary accommodation

Career progression

Multicultural environment

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for a well-established international company based in Zurich, seeking a Project Quality professional to uphold a Right First Time culture across complex projects. You will support QA/QC processes, audits, and supplier performance while training teams on digital tools.

The role requires engineering discipline, experience in QA/QC, and strong communication skills; English is essential, German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related disciplines).
• Experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within construction, infrastructure, industrial, or engineering environments.
• Experience on complex, multidisciplinary projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and digital document management platforms.
• Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; German is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong quality culture with a Right First Time mindset across all project phases.
• Support the Project Quality Manager in implementing and executing quality processes and standards.
• Ensure compliance with project-specific quality management systems and procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams and subcontractors on quality requirements and digital quality tools.
• Investigate non-conformities and coordinate corrective actions.
• Conduct quality inspections, audits, and field assessments.
• Monitor and verify compliance with ITPs, specifications, and project requirements.
• Review quality documentation, inspection records, and control registers.
• Track supplier and subcontractor quality performance.
• Participate in project inspections, testing, witness points, and handovers.
• Support preparation and review of quality plans and technical submissions.
• Produce quality reports and performance metrics for stakeholders.

Skills

Quality mindset

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Project management software

Job description

• Join a fast-growing global company and support its expansion projects.

• Join a fast-growing global company and support its expansion projects.
• Start: ASAP | Location: Zurich | Onsite

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established international company based in Zurich, delivering complex technical projects across a variety of industries.

The organisation offers an innovative and collaborative environment where employees can contribute to large-scale developments while benefiting from excellent long-term career opportunities.

Job Description

• Promote and maintain a strong quality culture with a "Right First Time" mindset across all project phases.
• Support the Project Quality Manager in the implementation and execution of quality processes and standards.
• Ensure compliance with project-specific quality management systems and procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams and subcontractors on quality requirements and digital quality tools.
• Investigate non-conformities, quality deviations, and defects, while coordinating corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct quality inspections, audits, and field assessments throughout project execution.
• Monitor and verify compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), specifications, and project requirements.
• Review and maintain quality documentation, inspection records, and control registers.
• Track and assess supplier and subcontractor quality performance.
• Participate in project inspections, testing activities, witness points, and handover processes.
• Support the preparation and review of quality plans, method statements, and technical submissions.
• Produce quality reports and performance metrics for project stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related disciplines).
• Previous experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within construction, infrastructure, industrial, or engineering environments.
• Experience working on complex, multidisciplinary projects is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and digital document management platforms.
• Strong understanding of industry standards, codes, and quality assurance principles.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; German is considered a strong advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and common project management/document control systems.
• Entrepreneurial and delivery-focused mindset with the drive to take ownership, solve problems proactively, and go the extra mile when required in high-paced project environments.

What's On Offer

• Private health insurance contribution up to CHF 300/month
• Relocation support package for international candidates
• Company-supported mobility and transportation allowance
• Temporary accommodation available when relocating
• Long-term career progression on major international projects
• Collaborative and multicultural working environment

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7123759