Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Professional development

Advanced testing equipment

Hybrid work setting

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer to join the product integrity team in Randburg. The role focuses on ensuring quality, safety and performance of automotive components before integration into vehicles.

You will develop and execute test plans, identify defects, and collaborate with engineering to drive resolution, with a hybrid setup for on-site testing and remote documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer in automotive is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of QA methodologies, tools and best practices.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and debugging abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement QA test plans and cases for automotive components and software.
• Perform functional, performance, regression and integration testing.
• Identify, document and track defects using bug-tracking tools.
• Collaborate with development teams to verify defect fixes.
• Analyze results, generate quality reports and assess product readiness.
• Support continuous QA process improvement within automotive context.

Skills

QA methodologies

Test automation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Bug-tracking systems

Test automation frameworks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer to join their product integrity team in Randburg . This role is essential for guaranteeing that all automotive components and systems meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance before they are integrated into vehicles. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive test plans, identifying defects, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure resolution. The hybrid work arrangement allows for effective on-site testing and analysis combined with remote flexibility for documentation and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed quality assurance test plans and test cases for automotive components and software.
• Perform rigorous testing, including functional, performance, regression, and integration testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects and hardware issues using bug-tracking systems.
• Collaborate with development and engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and verify defect fixes.
• Analyze test results, generate comprehensive quality reports, and provide feedback on product readiness.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies within the automotive context.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, suited for a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Access to advanced testing equipment and facilities.
• A supportive team culture focused on delivering high-quality automotive products within a hybrid setting.