Engineer / Senior Engineer - ECU Quality (ISU)

KONE; Chennai District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

KONE in Chennai, India, is seeking an Engineer/Senior Engineer - ECU Quality to strengthen the Quality Team. You will promote a proactive quality culture, set local targets, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams across global operations.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, 3–6 years in automotive/engineering quality, and knowledge of ISO/QMS, Lean Six Sigma basic concepts, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 3–6 years in Quality in automotive/engineering.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Knowledge of quality tools, methods, systems.
• Experience with ISO QMS and quality certifications.

Responsibilities

• Promote and develop proactive quality culture.
• Set local quality targets aligned with global targets.
• Analyze feedback to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Lead quality audits and drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate cross-functional quality projects with global teams.

Skills

Quality tools

Lean Six Sigma

ISO QMS

Project management

Change management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day? We employ over 60,000 professionals in over 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision to ‘Deliver the best people flow experience’. As a global leader, we provide elevators, escalators, automatic building doors as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization to add value to buildings throughout their lifecycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings.

Job Title – Engineer / Senior Engineer - ECU Quality (ISU)

Job Location – Chennai, India

Purpose of the Role

Engineer - Quality, will be part of Quality Team and will be directly reporting to the ECU-Quality Manager. The main purpose of the role is Promote and develop quality culture, actively communicate the importance of quality and Implementing the Quality initiatives. He has the responsibility to Promote and develop quality culture, actively communicate the importance of quality, set Quality Targets, analyze Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) measurement in the unit, analyze rejections, supports relevant corrective actions required due to non-conformance and recommends budgeting requirements pertaining to Quality department. Also knowledge on Safety would be preferable. This role description applies to Engineer (Shift) , Quality in India Supply Unit Operations.

Are you the one?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3 to 6 years of experience in a relevant role in Quality in automotive/ engineering industry.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of effective communication skills and ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)
• Good knowledge of Quality tools, Methods, Systems
• Intermediate digital skills and mindset (Microsoft Office Usage)
• Experience of working in international and multicultural environment and/or company
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma concepts (Basic Knowledge)
• Knowledge of Quality Management System (e.g. ISO), Quality tools and certifications experience (Basic Knowledge)
• Project management skills
• Change management skills

What will you be doing?

• Promote and develop proactive Quality culture, actively communicate the importance of Quality and engage the organization.
• Promote, with Unit management, the recognition and conformance to customer and KONE requirements.
• Set local Quality targets in line with global targets.
• Analyze feedback from Customer and Field and proactively gather and analyze other relevant data to identify continuous improvement opportunities in the processes in full chain.
• Liaise with functional and operational leaders and teams globally and locally (e.g. in area, full chain quality management, R&D, production, sourcing, installation, maintenance, service, marketing, engineering, IT) to develop and execute continuous quality improvement projects.
• Drive progress and monitor effectiveness of continuous improvement projects, corrective and preventative actions which are being logged within the organization and provide direction and support where needed.
• Drive continuous reduction of Quality related financial losses.
• Responsible for Quality reporting (e.g. RUSH) in Unit.
• Facilitate and evaluate the implementation and contributes to the development of KONE Quality Management System (QMS, e.g. ISO), monitor its performance and combine its management with other management systems, such as environment and safety.
• Responsible for planning, execution and follow-up of (quality) audits as tool for assuring process compliance and identifying areas for process performance and Quality improvement.
• Lead and support any required corrective actions required due to non-conformance.
• Ensure that Quality Improvement Teams (QIT) are operating effectively at local level and participate in relevant QITs at area and global level.
• Responsible for driving continuous development of Quality competences within Unit by providing and promoting training in for example Corrective Action System (CAS) and Quality and Problem Solving tools.
• Lead/ Assist Lean Six Sigma program and initiatives.
• Represent the voice of the customer, use this to build motivation for continuous improvement within his/her unit. Demonstrate ownership of Quality by role-modelling.

What do we offer?

• Career progression and opportunities within a global organization
• Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work
• Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills
• You are surrounded by fun colleagues and a lively working environment within Business Services team and KONE Front Line. The best part is all leaders are great and open-minded

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.