Senior Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybride; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development and training

Fully remote with flexible hours

Home office stipend and equipment

Collaborative team culture

Opportunity to influence futurevehicle

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer to join a remote-first quality team. You will develop and implement QA strategies that ensure reliability across automotive products, collaborating with cross-functional teams worldwide from your home office.

You will lead audits, define KPIs, and stay current with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards. Strong communication and independent work in a fully remote setting are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• ASQ CQE certification is a strong asset.
• Proven experience with automotive quality systems and continuous improvement.

Responsabilités

• Develop, implement, and maintain QA plans for automotive components and systems.
• Define KPIs and establish reporting to drive quality improvements.
• Lead quality audits, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to address quality issues.
• Develop and execute test plans for software and hardware components.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and promote a culture of quality.

Connaissances

Quality assurance

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Root cause analysis

FMEA

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (advantage)

Outils

SPC

FMEA

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leader in advanced automotive manufacturing, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Automotive Quality Assurance Engineer to join their remote-first quality team. This role is crucial in ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability across all our automotive products and systems. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive quality assurance strategies, protocols, and metrics, all within a fully remote work environment. This position offers the chance to significantly impact product excellence and customer satisfaction from your home office, collaborating with cross-functional teams worldwide. We are committed to building a culture of quality excellence and providing the tools and support needed for our remote team members to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust quality assurance plans and procedures for automotive components and systems.
• Define key quality metrics (KPIs) and establish reporting mechanisms to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead and participate in quality audits, root cause analysis investigations, and corrective action planning.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to proactively address potential quality issues.
• Develop and execute test cases for software and hardware components, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to improve product reliability and performance.
• Manage supplier quality, ensuring compliance with our standards and requirements.
• Stay current with industry quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001) and best practices in automotive QA.
• Train and mentor junior QA engineers on quality principles and methodologies.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in quality throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in quality assurance within the automotive industry.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive quality management systems, such as IATF 16949.
• Proven experience with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, Root Cause Analysis).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, essential for effective remote collaboration.
• Experience in developing and executing test plans and quality reports.
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing processes and product development cycles.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer) are a strong asset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and training.
• A fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Home office stipend and equipment allowance.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation and quality.
• Contribute to shaping the quality standards of future vehicles.