Quality Engineer Welding Department (Automotive Industry)

Hlabahlosile Trading Projects; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in the automotive industry in Durban is seeking a Quality Engineer for their Welding Department. The candidate will develop and implement quality plans while ensuring compliance with various standards. Candidates should have an engineering degree and knowledge of welding processes, with experience in the quality assurance field being advantageous. This role emphasizes strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum years of welding/quality experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement welding quality plans.
• Monitor welding activities and ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct inspections of welds, materials, and processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding preferred)

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI/IWE or equivalent)

Tools

Knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW)

Familiarity with NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT)

Job description

Overview

Quality Engineer Welding Department (Automotive Industry) — Pinetown KZN

Key Details Extracted

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and implement welding quality plans.
• Monitor welding activities and ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, AWS, and other standards.
• Conduct inspections of welds, materials, and processes.
• Manage welding documentation, including WPS (Welding Procedure Specification), PQR (Procedure Qualification Record), and WPQ (Welder Performance Qualification).
• Lead investigations of welding-related defects and ensure corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support and training to welders and production teams.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding preferred).
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI/IWE or equivalent) advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.).
• Familiarity with NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT).
• Minimum years of welding/quality experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Good communication for liaising with production, clients, and auditors.
• Knowledge of safety, quality management systems, and continuous improvement.