Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

ST Engineering; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ST Engineering seeks an experienced QA Manager to lead QA activities across projects from initiation to delivery in Singapore. You will serve as the primary QA representative and customer interface, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and quality plans.

You will oversee QA processes, drive non-conformance investigations and CAPA, and mentor QA Engineers. Strong ISO 9001 knowledge and SAP experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of QA/QC experience in manufacturing, engineering, MRO or defence industries.
• Strong experience in QA, inspection, supplier quality management and CAPA.
• Proven ability to independently manage project QA activities and customer engagements.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, audits, inspections and QA practices.
• Experience handling non-conformances and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage QA activities from project initiation to delivery.
• Act as the primary QA representative and customer interface for quality matters.
• Independently manage project quality requirements and serve as QA Management Representative.
• Oversee incoming, in-process, and outgoing QA activities including inspections and acceptance.
• Lead incoming quality inspections and verification of purchased parts and subcontracted products.
• Review and maintain quality documentation such as ATP, ATR, inspection records, and quality plans.
• Drive investigation and closure of non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and QMS requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Procurement and Project teams to resolve quality issues.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to QA Engineers and Inspectors.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Reporting Officer, Quality Manager or Management.

Skills

QA management

Customer interface

Inspection processes

Non-conformance

CAPA

ISO 9001

Leadership

Quality documentation

Continuous improvement

Quality systems knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Lead and manage QA activities for assigned projects from project initiation to delivery.
• Act as the primary QA representative and customer interface for quality-related matters.
• Independently manage project quality requirements and serve as the QA Management Representative for assigned projects.
• Oversee incoming, in-process, and outgoing quality assurance activities, including inspections and acceptance processes.
• Lead incoming quality inspections and verification of purchased parts, materials, and subcontracted products to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Review and maintain quality documentations such as Acceptance Test Plan, Acceptance Test Record, inspection records, and quality plans.
• Drive investigation and closure of non-conformances, customer complaints, Defect Rectification Note, Supplier Non-Conformance Action and corrective actions.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and Quality Management System requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and Project teams to resolve quality issues.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to QA Engineers and Inspectors.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Reporting Officer, Quality Manager, or Management.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in any Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant QA/QC experience in manufacturing, engineering, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul), defence, or related industries.
• Strong experience in quality assurance, inspection processes, supplier quality management, non-conformance management, and continuous quality improvement.
• Proven ability to independently manage project QA activities and customer engagements.
• Good knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001), audits, inspections, and quality assurance practices.
• Experience in handling non-conformances, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Working knowledge of SAP, including material transactions, inspection lots, quality notifications, and reporting will be added advantage.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Self-motivated, analytical, customer-focused, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Possession of a valid Class 3 / 3A driving licence will be an added advantage.