Quality Assurance Engineer

Staff Solutions; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Solutions is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to lead the implementation and maintenance of QA systems for electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and systems procedures. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with quality standards, maintaining records, and supporting audits across engineering operations.

The candidate will drive continuous improvement, manage engineering document systems, and provide technical reporting, with emphasis on data integrity and regulatory alignment.

Qualifications

• Minimum required: Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (NQF 6).
• Advantageous: Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (NQF 7).
• Experience in manufacturing quality engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate in-house electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and systems procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Maintain engineering QA records and documentation using systems such as Shopware.
• Ensure original machine manufacturing data is available and followed in all engineering practices.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet customer quality requirements.
• Coordinate and support internal and external site audits and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Problem solving

Planning skills

Adaptability

Customer focus

Stakeholder management

Resilience

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Engineering software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance Control

Our client is looking for a professional who can ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of engineering quality assurance systems and standards.
Responsibilities include:

• Developing and coordinating in-house electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and systems procedures, standards, and specifications
• Maintaining engineering-aligned quality assurance records and documentation using systems such as Shopware
• Ensuring original machine manufacturing data is available and adhered to in all engineering practices
• Ensuring manufacturing processes consistently meet customer quality requirements
• Coordinating and supporting internal and external site audits
• Evaluating audit findings and implementing corrective actions to ensure compliance with QA standards

Engineering Systems & Support

The role requires strong technical support capability to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of engineering systems.
Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing the implementation and performance of quality and inspection systems
• Evaluating the accuracy and reliability of engineering QA standards
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machine performance and product quality
• Managing and maintaining engineering document management systems
• Preparing and presenting technical and management reports
• Managing the Facilities Team, consisting of a handyman, assistants, a plumber, HVAC technicians, and an electrician
• Overseeing daily and unplanned maintenance tasks, monitoring compliance requirements, and coordinating external technical support when required

Compliance

Our client requires a candidate who can ensure all engineering and quality activities operate within regulatory and company compliance frameworks.
Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring adherence to company procedures, controls, and governance standards
• Identifying and reporting risks and potential areas of concern to management
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and internal procedures
• Maintaining accurate documentation and records to support compliance and audit requirements
• Supporting initiatives to reduce wasteful, irregular, or unnecessary expenditure

Cost & Financial Control

The successful candidate will support financial efficiency within engineering operations.
Responsibilities include:

• Contributing to the engineering budget preparation process
• Promoting the efficient and transparent use of financial and operational resources
• Monitoring and controlling expenditure against approved budgets
• Reporting any deviations to the Engineering Maintenance Manager
• Identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency

Customer Service

Our client is looking for someone who can maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders while delivering high-quality engineering support.
Responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Representing the organisation in meetings with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Resolving technical and operational challenges through creative problem-solving
• Ensuring service delivery aligns with company values and quality standards

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field (NQF 6)

Advantageous:

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field (NQF 7)

Experience

• Up to 5 years’ experience in Quality Engineering within a manufacturing environment

Technical Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Computer literacy in MS Office Suite and relevant engineering software systems
• Knowledge of quality management systems
• Understanding of engineering maintenance systems
• Experience with engineering documentation and quality reporting

Key Competencies

Our client is looking for a candidate who demonstrates:

• A proactive and action-oriented mindset
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Effective planning and organisational skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Strong customer and stakeholder focus
• Ability to build strong working relationships
• Resilience and the ability to manage pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills