Quality Engineer COE (m/f/d)

Danfoss; Kolding; On-site; DKK 520,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Quality Engineer (m/f/d) for the Global Quality Center of Expertise within our Sensing Solutions business. You’ll contribute to shaping quality excellence across customer, supplier, project and quality management activities.

You will collaborate with teams in Europe, Asia, and the Americas, lead improvement initiatives, join audits, and serve as SME for systems like SAP, Power BI, PLM, and Q.wiki.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent in a relevant engineering field.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools (APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans).
• Experience with ISO 9001/IATF 16949 and supplier quality management.

Responsibilities

• Identify improvement opportunities through KPI monitoring and data analytics.
• Lead or support internal quality initiatives and CI projects.
• Participate in supplier selection, monitoring, auditing, and development.
• Govern and maintain the global SEN Quality & EHS management system; coordinate audits.

Skills

Quality mindset

Data analytics

Coaching

Project management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering

Tools

Q.wiki

APIS

SAP

Power BI

PLM

One CRM

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

As our new Quality Engineer (m/f/d) within our global Quality Center of Expertise (COE) in Danfoss Sensing Solutions (SEN) you will contribute to shaping quality excellence in a rapidly growing business.

You will serve as a versatile contributor across customer, supplier, project and quality management areas. You will work closely with the local Quality teams in China, Europe and Mexico as well as with our Customer Quality Managers and report to the global head of SEN Quality COE.

At Danfoss, we believe quality is a key enabler of innovation and customer success. In this role, you’ll help strengthen our global quality culture while supporting the growth of our Sensing Solutions business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify improvement opportunities through KPI monitoring, data analytics (incl. AI), process reviews, and internal/external benchmarking; foster sharing with other sites.
• Lead or support internal Quality Initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Participate in Supplier selection, monitoring, auditing and continuous development activities.
• Govern and maintain the global SEN Quality & EHS Management System incl. managing external 3rd Party Audits on ISO 9001 and IATF 16949.
• Act as subject matter expert for systems & tools such as Q.wiki, APIS, SAP, One CRM, Power BI, PLM and provide guidance and coaching to employees.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Advanced knowledge of quality management principles and quality core tools such as APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans and problem-solving methodologies.
• Self-driven, flexible, structured and persistent work style with the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel.
• Strong ability to communicate factually and appropriately with all internal and external stakeholders, mainly in English.
• Skills such as risk and change management, coaching, team facilitation, also in difficult situations.
• Strong digital mindset with an affinity for data analytics, AI-enabled quality processes, and enterprise systems.

What You’ll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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