Quality Engineer: Lead Quality & Continuous Improvement

LIXIL; Albergaria-a-Velha; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Grohe Portugal Componentes Sanitarios Lda. is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure excellence across the product lifecycle, connecting factories, R&D, purchasing, and marketing to deliver world-class products.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 5+ years of quality management experience, and fluent English. Knowledge of ISO 9001 and APQP/Stage Gate is essential, with SAP and MS Project familiarity advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.
• At least 5 years of practical quality management experience.
• Fluent English; ISO 9001 knowledge; IATF 16949 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply quality methods such as FMEA in projects.
• Track and drive project maturity levels.
• Conduct process audits to maintain top-tier standards.
• Identify quality risks and implement corrective measures.
• Support safe launch activities within your product group.
• Lead continuous improvement projects for both new and existing products.
• Report and monitor quality performance, including error rates and costs.

Skills

Quality management

Cross-functional communication

Auditing

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor/Master in mechanical/electrical/industrial engineering

Tools

MS Project

SAP

MS Office/Google Workspace

Job description

Grohe Portugal Componentes Sanitarios Lda. is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure excellence across the product lifecycle, connecting factories, R&D, purchasing, and marketing to deliver world-class products.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 5+ years of quality management experience, and fluent English. Knowledge of ISO 9001 and APQP/Stage Gate is essential, with SAP and MS Project familiarity advantageous.