Senior Automotive Quality Engineer

Placements24; Nuwerus; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Performance-based incentives

Professional certifications

Career advancement

Generous annual leave

Employee assistance programs

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Automotive Quality Engineer to lead the development and maintenance of the quality management system in a high-volume automotive environment. You will drive root-cause analysis, CAPA and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product quality from development through production.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in automotive quality and strong leadership, with hands-on experience in IATF16949, FMEA and SPC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 7+ years of automotive quality engineering experience.
• Deep knowledge of QMS and standards IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
• Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and 8D.
• Experience with MSA and gauge R&R.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the QMS in line with automotive standards.
• Oversee quality control on the production floor including inspections and testing.
• Lead RCA and implement CAPA.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain to address quality concerns.
• Conduct internal audits and support external customer audits.
• Monitor key quality metrics and report to management.
• Apply SPC to ensure process stability and capability.
• Deliver quality training to staff.
• Manage customer complaints and ensure timely resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce defects.

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

Quality tools

Cross-functional teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Quality Management certification

Tools

IATF 16949

ISO 9001

APQP

PPAP

FMEA

SPC

8D

MSA

Gauge R&R

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established entity in the automotive supply chain, is seeking a meticulous and experienced Senior Automotive Quality Engineer to join their operations in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is fundamental to ensuring that all automotive products manufactured meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust quality management systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and resolving quality issues across the production lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in automotive quality assurance, a deep understanding of quality tools and methodologies, and a commitment to excellence. This is a vital position ensuring the integrity and reputation of our client's automotive components.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the quality management system (QMS) in accordance with relevant automotive standards (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Oversee quality control processes on the production floor, including inspections and testing.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to address quality concerns proactively.
• Conduct internal audits and support external customer audits.
• Monitor key quality metrics and provide regular reports to management.
• Implement statistical process control (SPC) techniques to ensure process stability and capability.
• Develop and deliver quality training to production and engineering staff.
• Manage customer complaints and ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reduce defects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in quality engineering within the automotive industry.
• In-depth knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and standards such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and 8D.
• Experience with measurement systems analysis (MSA) and gauge R&R.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in Kimberley .
• Relevant quality certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical insurance, retirement fund contributions, and performance-based incentives.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for continuous learning, professional certifications, and career advancement within a stable and growing company.
• The role is based in our modern facility in Kimberley .
• Additional benefits include generous annual leave, employee assistance programs, and a supportive work culture that prioritizes safety and quality.