Automotive Quality Engineer: Parts Excellence & Improvement

Profile Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a candidate with a National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering for a role in Gqeberha, South Africa. The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing and in-depth knowledge of motor vehicle components. The successful candidate will manage new part introductions, ensure compliance with specifications, and initiate design improvements. The role includes local and international travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in the manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable motor vehicle parts and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Qualifying Program for new part introduction.
• Identify root causes for part deviation from specifications.
• Test and evaluate performance of parts according to specifications.
• Provide technical expertise for complete parts.
• Initiate design improvements for complex part problems.

Skills

Knowledge of motor vehicle components and systems

Technical drawing interpretation

Knowledge of Quality Tools (e.g., DOE, SPC, FMEA, 8D)

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Ability to travel

Education

National Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Polymer

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a candidate with a National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering for a role in Gqeberha, South Africa. The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing and in-depth knowledge of motor vehicle components. The successful candidate will manage new part introductions, ensure compliance with specifications, and initiate design improvements. The role includes local and international travel as needed.