Senior Automotive Quality Engineer - IATF CAPA Leader

Placements24; Randburg; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development & certs

Diverse automotive projects

Collaborative team environment

Career advancement opportunities

Impact on product quality and customer

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a highly experienced Senior Automotive Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives across the product lifecycle within a Tier 1 automotive supply environment. This role emphasizes robust QMS implementation, audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams, mentor junior staff, and drive CAPA, 8D, FMEA, and SPC methodologies to ensure conformance and customer satisfaction.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering within a technical field.
• Minimum 7 years in a Quality Engineering role in automotive.
• Deep knowledge of IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC tools.
• Auditing experience—internal and external.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control techniques.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with quality management software and MS Office.
• Experience with 8D problem-solving methodology.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement and maintain QMS in line with IATF 16949 standards.
• Conduct internal and external audits of processes and suppliers.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and implement CAPA actions.
• Lead problem-solving using 8D, FMEA, and SPC practices.
• Manage product conformity and customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution.
• Develop quality control plans and inspection procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and production for new product introductions.
• Train and mentor junior quality personnel.
• Monitor key quality metrics and report to senior management.
• Champion a culture of quality throughout the organization.

Conocimientos

Automotive QA

CAPA analysis

Auditing

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decision making

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or related field

Herramientas

Quality Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a highly experienced Senior Automotive Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives across the product lifecycle within a Tier 1 automotive supply environment. This role emphasizes robust QMS implementation, audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams, mentor junior staff, and drive CAPA, 8D, FMEA, and SPC methodologies to ensure conformance and customer satisfaction.