Senior Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work flexibility

Healthcare coverage

Professional certification and dev

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer for a fully remote position. You will establish and maintain rigorous quality standards across the product lifecycle, from design to post-production.

This role requires leadership in audits, CAPA, and data-driven decision making. As a remote team member, you will collaborate with dispersed colleagues, develop quality plans, monitor metrics, and drive continuous improvement while upholding IATF 16949 and ISO guidelines.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in automotive quality assurance/quality engineering.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and relevant ISO standards.
• Experience with APQP/PPAP and 8D problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality plans for automotive products.
• Conduct audits and manage CAPA processes.
• Analyze data, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design, engineering and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Quality management

Root cause analysis

CAPA implementation

Statistical tools

APQP

PPAP

IATF 16949

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Ishikawa diagrams

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer for a fully remote position. You will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining rigorous quality standards throughout the automotive product lifecycle, from design and development to manufacturing and post-production. This role involves developing quality plans, conducting audits, analyzing defect data, and implementing corrective actions to ensure product excellence and customer satisfaction. As a remote team member, you will leverage your expertise to drive quality initiatives across geographically dispersed teams, utilizing advanced communication and collaboration tools. If you are passionate about automotive quality and seek a challenging remote opportunity, this role is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance plans and strategies for automotive products.
• Conduct internal and external audits of processes and systems to ensure compliance with standards (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Analyze quality data, identify root causes of defects, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to integrate quality considerations early in the product development process.
• Define and monitor key quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Develop and deliver quality training programs to relevant personnel.
• Manage customer complaints and warranty claims, ensuring timely resolution.
• Stay updated on automotive quality standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Utilize statistical tools and methodologies for quality analysis and problem-solving.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive quality assurance or quality engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems, particularly IATF 16949 and relevant ISO standards.
• Proven experience in root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa diagrams).
• Familiarity with APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing abilities.
• Experience with statistical software and quality tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and excel in a fully remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Opportunities for professional certification and development.
• Be part of a team dedicated to achieving the highest standards in automotive quality.
• Contribute to a company committed to innovation and excellence.